Dawn's first love and a fellow Egyptology enthusiast whom she met during an archaeological dig in Egypt, possessing a complex mix of charm and personal insecurities.

Dawn's supportive husband who works as a physicist, known for his logical approach to solving problems and his deep care for Dawn and their daughter Meret.

Dawn and Brian's 14-year-old daughter, who is intelligent and struggles with body image issues, forming an important emotional focus for Dawn.

Dawn's client as a death doula who is facing terminal ovarian cancer, sharing with Dawn a meaningful friendship and mutual introspection.