A determined young owl who becomes Soren's close friend and fellow picker at the academy. She successfully resists brainwashing, escapes to join the rescue party, and actively fights against the bat guards during the final battle at St. Aegolius.
Rhia is Lou's mother and Doyle's daughter. As Christmas approaches, she struggles with debt, caring for her daughters, and the demands of supervising her father, whose Alzheimer's is worsening. After Doyle attacks a man while confused, she decides he needs care in a facility, a choice that causes conflict with Lou.
Hannah's sister, who meets Tom and Isabel with Hannah at the lighthouse anniversary ceremony. Through that conversation, the family history surrounding Hannah's marriage and the disappearance at sea is discussed. She belongs to the biological family connected to the child being raised by Tom and Isabel.
Melissa is Thomas's partner and the mother of their young daughter. She builds a life with him, but his long absences and financial pressures strain their family. After a medical emergency, she spends time away from Thomas; when he returns home, she lets him see their daughter and says they need to leave because people are looking for him over money he owes.
Zoe's friend and confidante. Zoe turns to her when she misses her old life and fears losing her friendships outside motherhood. Molly challenges Zoe's plan to travel overseas while pregnant.
Claire is closely involved with Matt and Dylan’s club business and warns them that they have lost control of the door. She objects to Maurice letting in people who make the venue unsafe, reminding the promoters that she, Matt, Maurice, and Nigel were nearly shot. When Matt later tries to reach her, she chooses to stay away from the club.
Emily Barclay has 22 screen credits in a career dating back to 2001. Signature works include Allen, Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole, Ellipsis. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
