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Story Synopsis:
"Maybe the real treasure is the friends we made along the way?"
"No. I want my fucking gold."
Fighting against her grey morals, Bonnie Maxwell, a Chicago South Side kid, is quite literally thrust into the journey of reclaiming Erebor. Along the way, she encounters orders from kings, loyalty to newfound friends and a budding romance, which all force her to look within. The pressure to make the right decisions soon weighs down upon Bonnie, as high stakes loom closer the further she travels from home.
Heart of Gold: Origins is the first instalment in a three-book trilogy, spanning over one large storyline told throughout Tolkien's works and beyond.
Original Character Introductions:
Bonnie: Roguish, charming and courageous, she has some heroic traits but Bonnie “Fawsyde” Maxwell is no hero, often relying on manipulation and cunning deceit to benefit herself. Bonnie cultivates a bad-girl personality, and makes sarcastic jokes at even the most morbid of times. Underneath it all, however, she’s become hardened by her life as a South Side kid, and is deeply loyal to those who show loyalty first. (Portrayed by Emmy Rossum)
Kody: Bitter, aggressive and insecure, Kody never quite grew out of his sibling rivalry with Bonnie, which was heightened by their father’s clear favoritism towards his daughter. Driven by his hatred for her, Kody often goes to extreme lengths to cut Bonnie down at the knees, to prove he is the better sibling out of the two. (Portrayed by Dylan O'Brien)
Jennifer: Warm, wise and a little melancholy, Jennifer was once the lively host of the family house. However, following a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, Jennifer deteriorated over time, leaving Bonnie responsible as a young teenager and older to care for her. Despite this, Jennifer still tries her hardest to push her daughter towards a better life, no matter what becomes of herself and her condition. (Portrayed by Rachel Weisz)
Marcus: Conniving, arrogant and determined, Marcus left his wife following her diagnosis, and has sought after his stubborn daughter ever since. The captain of the Chicago Police Department, Marcus exerts totalitarian authority in everything he does, even if it comes at the cost of his family. (Portrayed by Matthew McConaughey)
Lucky: Intelligent, motivated and bold, Lucky is a hero in the making. He has a very guarded heart, however, and clearly some undiscussed transgressions from his past. Carrying a chip on his young shoulder, Lucky is driven to protect both Bonnie and Legolas from the blue-cloaked man, for reasons none yet know why. (Portrayed by Tom Holland)
