The main characters of this book are Alia,Sidharth,Diya,Aayush,Samaira,Hriday

Alia has always had a massive crush on Sidharth, who was more like her enemy back in school. They both attended Jain International School in Bengaluru and were always bickering with each other. After 10th grade, Alia moved to Hyderabad with her family, but she couldn't shake off her feelings for Sidharth. Things took a surprising turn when Alia finds out that it was Sidharth who got shifted to Aayush and Hriday's place.

Alia, Diya, Aayush, Samaira, and Hriday met at the King's college in London. They became very good friends. Later, they all decided to move to the US to complete their master's degrees. Alia, Diya, and Samaira live together in one apartment, while Aayush and Hriday live in appartment opposite to theirs in the same building.

TROPES: Grumpy X sunshine
Longtime unrequited crush
Nextdoor Neighbour
School rivals to lovers
She falls first he falls harder
Young Adult Romance
slow burn

Alia Ravipati Chowdary

"Surrounded by book boyfriends, I'm still waiting for my real-life hero."

Alia is a 22-year-old international student studying for a Master's in Computer Science at Boston University.She is a clumsy, impractical, and clingy as a person .Alia leads a simple life in an apartment with her friends.She is surrounded by numerous book boyfriends but has no real boyfriend.Alia is still not over her teenage crush Sidharth.She has a knack for finding beauty in everyday things and often photographs her surroundings and is from a telugu speaking family.She loves her family and is the protected child within it. Family always comes first for her.Alia grapples with OCD.

Her father ,Prashant is the Vice President of a leading software company in India.Her mother, Sanjana  is an interior designer.Her elder brother, Ayaan, is a lawyer.Alia loves traveling, cooking, and interior designing.Sidharth ticks off all the dream man boxes for her, and she craves for her fairytale love.

Sidharth Sehgal

"Brains and charm—I've got both in spades, and I know how to use them."

22 years old
Siddharth is the co-founder and CEO of a Cybersecurity company called SentinelSec, which he founded with his friend Kabir when they were 20 years old. Sidharth is also pursuing his MBA at Harvard University in Boston. His family is originally from Delhi but lives in Mumbai at present. He is reserved, smart, and possesses a dry sense of humor. Sidharth tends to be introverted but exhibits extroverted traits among close friends.

His father ,Harsh is the CEO of their family construction business,his mother, Gauri also helps manage it .Sidharth has a younger brother Dhruv who is studying Business. His family is very supportive. Sidharth is practical and quite the opposite of Alia, who often gets lost in her own world. He finds Alia to be a source of chaos. Sidharth desires a partner who will help him with his company growth and who is serious about work just as he is.

Aayush Sharma

"Brains, humor, and love – I've got the whole package, but Diya holds the key to my heart."

22 years old
He is a very close friend of Alia .Aayush is helpful, fun-loving, and exudes positivity. He is dating Diya and is madly in love with her. He often acts as a mediator and peacemaker among his friends .He is highly intelligent and excels academically.
Aayush has a passion for technology and often works on personal coding projects in his spare time .He is a deep thinker and often engages in philosophical discussions.
He has excellent sense of humor and ability to lighten the mood. Aayush is always ready to lend a helping hand, both academically and personally. He enjoys playing sports, particularly cricket, and is part of a local amateur team. He values his friendships deeply and often organizes group activities and outing

Diya Mathur

"I might trip over my own feet, but I never stumble when it comes to spreading joy."

22 years old
Diya is a business student and a close friend of Alia. She shares an apartment with Alia and Samaria .She is sensitive, innocent, and naive.
She is an adept cook and enjoys preparing meals for her friends. Diya loves gardening and always wants to be surrounded by plants. Despite her love for plants, she tends to leave everything messy which Alia ends up cleaning because Alia cannot stand mess. She sincerely cares for everyone around her.
Diya enjoys organizing small get-togethers and parties at their apartment .She is passionate about sustainability and often incorporates eco-friendly practices into her daily life .She is very supportive and always offers a listening ear to her friends .Diya has a creative side and enjoys DIY projects, often adding personal touches to their apartment decor. She is dating Aayush, who she is madly in love with .

Hriday Kapoor

"Top of the class and the life of the party – who says you can't be both?"

22 years old
Hriday is a born and brought in London all his life. He studies at Harvard University alongside Sidharth. Hriday is introverted and often a sleepyhead .He enjoys socializing and has a large circle of friends.
Hriday prefers keeping to himself and values his personal space .He enjoys reading and spends a lot of time in the library. Hriday has a keen interest in research and is involved in various academic projects. He has a good sense of humor that comes out when he's comfortable with his friends .He is reliable and always ready to help his friends when they need support. Hriday enjoys listening to music and often has his headphones on. Despite his extroverted nature, he forms strong, meaningful connections with those he is close to .He is methodical and organized, often keeping a strict schedule for his studies and activities. He is in a long distance relationship with his girlfriend Saanchi whom he met in London in 2nd year of education and is also keen on returning back to London after masters

Samaira Rajput

"Mess with me, and you'll understand why storms are named after women."

22 years old
Samaria is a close friend of Alia .Samaria has a particularly good bond with Hriday. She is cute, funny, and sweet.She is a commerce student at Harvard University .Samaria deeply appreciates art and often visits galleries and museums .She has a cheerful personality and is always ready to cheer up her friends.She has a bubbly personality and a cheerful demeanor. She is a natural storyteller, often entertaining her friends with amusing anecdotes.
Samaria is very chill and easy-going .She loves to express herself through various art forms, including painting and sculpture. Samaria enjoys organizing art-related events and workshops for her friends .Samaria is empathetic and always lends a sympathetic ear to her friends .She has a whimsical sense of style, often incorporating colorful and unique pieces into her wardrobe. Samaria enjoys spending time outdoors, finding inspiration for her art in nature.