**Verity Hill**  
A talented screenwriter and co-protagonist, navigating professional ambitions and personal relationships while managing her Bipolar 1 diagnosis.

**Wright “Monk” Bellamy**  
A celebrated pianist and composer, whose deep connection to music and past trauma impact his relationship with Verity.

**Canon Holt**  
A critically acclaimed film director and mentor to Verity, pivotal in her career and personal journey.

**Petra**  
Verity's first girlfriend who represents safe, non-monogamous relationships during their college years.

**Tessa and Mel**  
Verity’s roommates in New York who provide crucial support; Tessa shares Verity’s diagnosis, and Mel offers a “normie” perspective.

**Verity’s Aunts (Roz and Grace)**  
Her surrogate parents and key support system, providing a foundation of acceptance after her parents’ death.

**Will and Bernadette Hill**  
Verity’s late parents, whose tragic and volatile relationship profoundly influences her views on love and mental illness.

Score by Kennedy Ryan is celebrated for its compelling romance and emotional depth, with readers praising the strong character development and authentic dialogue. Some note a predictable plot and pacing issues, but overall, the chemistry between the leads and the exploration of complex themes make it a worthwhile read.

Readers of Score by Kennedy Ryan would enjoy emotional, character-driven romance with themes of personal growth and music. Fans of Colleen Hoover's It Ends with Us or Jasmine Guillory's The Wedding Date would likely find this book appealing due to its depth and engaging storytelling.

Emotional / Romantic / Inspirational / Heartwarming

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