Henri Fontenot Head chef at Chez Charbon Henri came to Lake Covington from Nice, France and took over as head chef at Chez Charbon. He’s brash, bossy, and a demon in the kitchen. His new take on French-Asian fusion turned a dying restaurant into a thriving hot spot. He’s the consummate professional, a bit of a control freak, and an overachiever that has always put his career before his personal goals.
Carla Ward Bartender The All Aboard Dinner Boat Cruise might be known for its exquisite menu and romantic scenery, but Carla’s the real star of the cruise. With her expert bar slinging skills, bottle tossing, and fire blowing, she has garnered quite a reputation for wowing the guests. But even when she’s not showing off her talent, her charisma draws patrons toward her like a school of fish to a lure. But maybe one of these nights it’ll be Carla who finds herself hooked.
Reggie Sharp Skydiving Instructor To Reggie, nothing beats the adrenaline-rush he gets from skydiving. A little of a thrill-junkie, he takes every opportunity to get in the air, even going as far as starting a skydiving business at the new airport. The feeling he gets when he jumps is like nothing he’s ever experienced before. That is, until he finds himself free falling for someone special.
Lana Montgomery Hair Stylist Lana has been steadily building her clientele since starting at the Curly Q Hair Salon. Lana's clients are loyal, coming back to see her as often as once a week, especially the men. They say it’s because she’s so easy to talk to and that she makes them look good. But maybe it’s something else about her—something they can’t quite put their finger on—that brings them fluttering back like little moths to a burning flame.
Olivia McCray College student Olivia seeks out adventure and loves a challenge. Always considered somewhat of a tomboy by her folks, Olivia has never been comfortable with societal expectations. Olivia spends her days outdoors, either hiking in the woods that surround Lake Covington or riding her horse along its shores. Olivia might be a tough one to catch, but not for someone with the mettle to accept the challenge.
Joy Kinsey Kindergarten Teacher The one thing Joy is missing from her life is the thing her mother named her for: Joy. It’s not that she’s unhappy. In fact, she draws great pleasure from her job and her students, but they take so much of her time and patience that Joy doesn’t laugh like she used to. She’s a no-nonsense type, who’s looking for someone who can be honest and fun and help her find that laughter she so craves.
Anderson Culp Author After four novels and eight years of hard work, it’s all starting to pay off for Anderson. He’s on the last leg of his first book tour and his agent tells him his sales numbers are better than expected. Driving through Lake Covington, the town’s beauty and atmosphere catch his interest, and he decides it’s time to stop and take a breather.
Wes Stanton Dinner Boat Captain An ex-deep-sea fishing boat captain, Wes Stanton is now captaining calmer waters on the All Aboard Dinner Boat Cruise on Covington Lake. While he spends his evenings leading the champagne toasts and entertaining couples as they enjoy their meals, he misses the excitement of the sudden storm. Perhaps a storm in a different capacity is on the horizon.
Jessica Diaz Maître d' at Chez Charbon Jessica has a gift for making people feel better about themselves. People like to be around her. Her positivity is contagious, and her genuine love for others makes her the perfect maître d' at Chez Charbon. She adores her work, and her co-workers, but she knows how to unwind when she’s off the clock. For her, everything in life is about balance.
Isaiah Wilson Infantryman Isaiah was raised on a rural family farm at the South end of Lake Covington. Farming taught him the value of hard work, grit, and loyalty. He always dreamed of carrying on the farming life, raising children, and living off the land like his parents and grandparents. All that changed at the start of WWI when, as soon as he was able, Isaiah enlisted to fight for his country.
Jared Donovan DJ at the Impulse Jared’s been a free-wheeling bachelor his whole life. He spends his days writing songs and his nights DJing at Lake Covington’s trendiest nightclub, The Impulse. He’s popular, fun, and always ready for a party. He’d like to go back to college one day and finish his degree, but he’s too focused on his music and just can’t seem to find the time
Russ Kannier Bouncer There’s more to Russ than his physique, but it is the first thing people see. His muscled exterior makes him perfect for his job as a bouncer at Impulse, but underneath is a man with drive and ambition. As much as he enjoys playing the tough guy at work, he’d love to meet someone who sees through his hard exterior and to the man within.
Brittney Turner Checker at The Epicure Before becoming a mom, Brittney was content working at the grocery store. Her priorities changed though when her son, Max, was born. Now, she’s putting herself through online classes while still working full time. Whenever she’s not working or doing schoolwork, she’s spending time with Max, and that's how she likes it. She doesn’t have much time for anything else.
Kelly Nash Mechanic Kelly watched her father work on cars when she was young, and one day she asked if she could help. He’d laugh and put a wrench in her hand. Soon, he wasn’t laughing, and he taught her all he knew. Now, she’s the best mechanic in town. Her customers keep her busy, but she knows when it’s time to put down the tools and have a good time.
Casey Jansen Baker As a child, Casey learned the love of baking from watching his/her grandmother move around the kitchen like she was orchestrating a symphony. With a little love and a dash of flour, anything can be cured. But for something a little spicier, Casey knows just how to kick up the heat.
Charlotte Knightly Recent Graduate Full of life, Charlotte holds the world on a string and knows it. As a recent graduate from Lake Covington Prep, the hazy summer nights ahead feel full of possibility and magic. Her well-to-do parents have other plans for her though, which include sending her away to an all-girls college. But Charlotte refuses to go without living a little first.
Morgan Cass Police Officer Morgan grew up wanting to catch bad guys like the superheroes did on TV. The police academy was the most logical step—opting for a badge instead of a cape. Unfortunately, a cop in Lake Covington isn’t as exciting as Morgan thought it was going to be, but occasionally, Morgan does get to see a little action.
Gabriel Hoffman History Professor Without studying the past, we are doomed to repeat ourselves—or so believes Gabriel, who has recently been teaching at the local college. For a history professor, Gabriel is far from stuffy, even if the topics of his lectures sometimes are. Lately, attendance has been booming, especially among females, in what was once an unpopular class.
William Talley Concession Stand Worker From behind the concession stand, William sees a lot of couples walking arm-in-arm through the foyer of the theatre. William has never had a steady girlfriend, not that girls weren’t interested, he just wasn’t that interested in them. They acted too silly and giggled more than talked. To William, the perfect girl was about as attainable as those on the silver screen or so he thought.
Evan Jacobs Entrepreneur Evan sits in the garage of the cottage he’s renting in Lake Covington and dreams of riches. He has file, upon file of notes and diagrams all pointing to the next world-changing invention. His friends worry he needs to fill his life with more than technical specs but the ideas come faster than he can ever develop, leaving little time for him to take his eyes off the keyboard and appreciate the beauty around him.
Blake Wallace Basketball Coach After surviving a heart-wrenching breakup, Blake was resigned to return to the arms of family, delving into coaching basketball at the 113-year-old private school, Lake Covington Prep. Blake hopes that focusing on the school’s need for a championship will help keep all thoughts of romance at bay. Blake finds Lake Covington a bit sleepy, but maybe, just maybe, someone will come along to wake things up.
Aryn Keyes Barista Artistically gifted, Aryn flutters from thought-to-thought as easily as she does from cappuccino to Americano. She loves her current job at Cuppa Cafe and prides herself on her ability to create designs in foam to match each customer’s aura. But her interactions with customers is fleeting and she longs for someone to add some passion to her personal design.
Geoffrey McBride Mailman Born and bred in Lake Covington, Geoffrey is tired of people talking to him in fake Scottish accents as soon as they learn his name. Geoffrey prefers the solitude of his mail route. It gives him time to think about the plot of his next novel, his true nightly passion. His mother’s plot, on the other hand, is to get him married off. But, while Geoffrey has a gift for kindling love between his characters, finding someone to fuel his fire has been, thus far, a poorly written story.
Jaimie Stein Real Estate Agent Helping people find their dream home is not as fulfilling as it used to be. Listening to anxious couples bicker over the trivial use of closet space makes Jaimie want to scream, “Stop worrying about who has more shoes, at least you have each other!” Every night when Jaimie returns home, the void in the bedroom closest is a painful reminder of what was. A reminder of the void in Jaimie’s heart, longing to be filled.
Kate Sheffield Housekeeper Kate relishes the memories of her Grandmother’s English gardens. It’s one of the things she misses most about home. Being forced to move to America puts one’s life into perspective, yet, she’s found a sense of joy in her position as head housekeeper at the Mayor’s House. Although taking care of another’s home wasn’t exactly her dream come true, it’s a comfort that she’s not on the streets. A small part of her hopes, however, that one day, her prince charming will find her.
Christian Jones Artist Christian has had a paintbrush in his hands for as long as he could remember. Nothing is off limits, and that goes for his work and his love life. He throws himself wholeheartedly into both pleasurable pursuits. His muse is purely living, from the crowded markets on the docks, to the bustling streets. He paints with every fiber of his being. If the colors don’t always land on the canvas, who is he to complain?
Sharon Gold Receptionist As the receptionist for the Lake Covington Jail, Sharon does all the work that doesn’t involve handcuffs. In addition to answering phones and handling the paperwork, she spends her days at the beck and call of grizzled men in uniform and getting ogled by the occasional muscled perp standing in line for booking. Lately, she can’t stop fantasizing about all the useful things handcuffs can do in the bedroom.
Amber Smith Nurse Amber works long shifts running the Emergency Room at the Healing Waters Hospital. She can’t escape the heart-pounding moments of saving lives, but the amount of time she spends caring for others has put her love life on hold. Being a nurse is her passion, but it doesn’t stop her from fantasizing from time-to-time that she’s strapped to one of the hospital beds having a handsome fellow take care of her needs.
Jude Hunt Biologist Jude spent years studying biology in a prestigious university. Upon graduation, he landed a dream job working in Lake Covington and studying the fish population. He’s always loved spending more time outdoors than in a lab. The only thing better would be for Jude to find someone who enjoys the outdoors as much as he does. Finding that special girl, though, has been about as tricky as getting a glimpse of the supposed mermaid in Lake Covington.
Lillian Faris Surgeon Lillian is a shark in the operating room. Being a cardiothoracic surgeon and a wiz in her field, she’s often found working double shifts and sleeping in the on-call room. Needless to say, her love life is lacking. Spending hours every day holding someone else’s heart in her hands can’t keep her from hoping that one day, she’ll be able to give her own heart away.
Connor Lane Journalist Connor has loved and lost more than he could have ever imagined. Losing his wife in a tragic accident, the love from his little girl is the only thing keeping him going day-after-day. But being both mother and father, packing lunches and helping with homework, doesn’t quite fill the void. He knows there’s something more missing, but will his broken heart ever heal again to dream?
Ann Rogers Librarian Ann has always had a love of books. As the librarian for the Lake Covington Library, she prides herself on helping its patrons find just the right one. While she spends her days cataloging new releases, stocking the shelves, and helping both young and old, she spends her nights buried within the pages of her favorite romance novels. Ann’s love life is about to get as steamy as some of the characters she reads about.
Frankie Kaye Dock Worker Frankie isn’t one to shy away from hard work and there’s nothing more challenging than maintaining the Lake Covington Dockyard. Long days often turn into long nights. Once the day is done, Frankie gets away from all the noise by going out to a quiet place on the water. There’s nothing more beautiful than sitting on the bow with the stars overhead except for perhaps someone to share those moments with.
Taylor Beckett Dog Groomer Taylor loves dogs. And by love, one can safely say obsessed. There was a time Taylor considered veterinary school, however, one summer grooming dogs to pay for college quickly changed Taylor’s mind. Opening the first dog grooming business in Lake Covington turned out to be the smartest thing Taylor has ever done. Constantly busy and surrounded by furry companions is a dream come true.
Dean Markham Contractor Since Dean was five-years-old, he always had a hammer in his hand so starting Dean’s Construction wasn’t a surprise to any of his friends or family. He loves the freedom of working on his own, being his own boss, and accountable to no one. Despite being a little rough around the edges, Dean has no problems turning heads, but has yet to have someone turn his.
Tessa Rose Lawyer Number one in debate team and class president all through high school, it was only natural that Tessa took the reigns as Lake Covington’s sole district attorney. Only with the crime rate next to nil, the challenge from a new case is too far and few in between. Perhaps the thrill Tessa is seeking isn’t in the courtroom.
