A 39-year-old French American owner of a prestigious Parisian contemporary art gallery. Guarded in romance due to her parents' divorce and a painful past affair, Amanda devotes herself to her business, her business partner Pascal, and her toy poodle, Lulu. She is fiercely independent and principled, maintaining high standards for the people in her life.

A 47-year-old charming and cultured publisher from a privileged background. Olivier is dedicated to nurturing young writers and shares Amanda's passion for mentorship. Although he quickly falls for Amanda, his established life and existing marriage create significant hurdles for their relationship, forcing him to weigh his sense of duty against his desire for personal fulfillment.

Stephanie is Olivier's wife, shaped by conservative upper-class expectations that led her into a practical marriage at a young age. She is an avid equestrian who spends much of her time traveling for horse shows, maintaining an emotionally detached but polite relationship with her husband. She finds her primary emotional support and truest companionship among her close circle of female friends in the riding community.

Tom is a tall, athletic American lawyer who previously dated Amanda during their college years at New York University. Currently taking a sabbatical in Paris to write a thriller novel following a recent divorce, he presents himself as a familiar face. He is eager to rekindle his old romance with Amanda, persistently inserting himself into her life despite her polite reservations.

Amanda's 44-year-old business partner at Galerie Delanoe. Youthful and sharp, Pascal cycles rapidly through passionate but short-lived romances, contrasting sharply with Amanda's cautious approach to love. He serves as Amanda's trusted confidant and surrogate brother, offering her steadfast loyalty and practical advice.

Lizzie is a petite, lively redhead who serves as Stephanie's closest companion. Estranged from her own family, she is deeply integrated into the Saint Albin household, enjoying a warm relationship with Stephanie's sons. She is fiercely loyal to Stephanie and heavily involved in the competitive equestrian circuit, offering a vibrant contrast to the family's formal dynamic.

Amanda's toy poodle and constant companion. Lulu provides Amanda with unconditional affection and a sense of emotional safety that she struggles to find in her human relationships.

Amanda's deceased father and a French luxury business owner. His charm was overshadowed by his serial infidelity, which ultimately destroyed his marriage and left his daughter with deep-seated trust issues.

Amanda's deceased mother, an American model whose marriage to Armand ended in a painful divorce. She died tragically in a helicopter accident when Amanda was fourteen.

Amanda's former lover who deceived her about his marital status. He claimed his marriage was merely a formality for financial and familial reasons, a lie that deeply traumatized Amanda when the truth was exposed.

An artist represented by Galerie Delanoe who struggles with substance abuse and erratic behavior. His unpredictable nature causes significant tension at the gallery, leading to a professional rupture.

A woman who enters a relationship with Pascal. Unlike his previous fleeting romances, she insists on taking their relationship slowly to ensure he is genuinely committed.

One of Olivier and Stephanie's two adult sons. He lives in Argentina, where he pursues amateur polo, returning to Paris only occasionally for family events.

Olivier and Stephanie's adult son. He works in finance and recently accepted a permanent position with a bank in Geneva, focusing on building his independent career.

A member of Stephanie's close-knit group of female friends. She travels the competitive equestrian circuit with Stephanie, Veronique, and Lizzie, offering vital support during Stephanie's recovery from an accident.

One of Stephanie's closest friends from the equestrian world. She is a constant presence in Stephanie's life, stepping in to coordinate care and offer emotional support when Stephanie requires medical attention.