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This isn’t exactly a book idea, but it is an idea for a book title. I’ve got a name I am planing to use for my novel, but first I want to check with the rest of you to make sure you have the same impression of it as I did. I want to call it “Edwin Brook”. This is the alias of my main character by which he will go for most of the book. I want to see what your impressions are.
Does the name stick? Is it catchy?
What type of character does the name invoke?
Would you think the character an open jolly fellow, or a calm character, one with deep hidden emotions?
Do you think this character would be a hero, villain, or would it work either way?
Does the name sound like the type of person you would wan’t to get to know?
What do you think his social status is?
Is he brave or cowardly?
Is he kind or ruthless?
What are your thoughts? I’ll take anything.Thanks
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Edwin Brook sounds like a medieval name. Is it?
Late 1600s – early 1700s. More renaissance really.
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Hm… Edwin Brook. The name sounds pleasing to the ear, but to me it does not sound particularly dramatic. (Which you may have done on purpose, for all I know— maybe he’s not a dramatic character).
The name definitely brings an image to mind— I’m seeing a tall young man with dark brown hair, somewhat hazel-ish eyes, and a quiet, dignified manner. His eyes are serious, maybe even sad, but when he laughs, they sparkle— or would sparkle if they didn’t crinkle up quite so much. His face to me looks white— maybe more pale than fair, as if he were not quite well, or has something weighing on his mind, and from the depth of his eyes I’m going to say he’s an introvert, but the way his lips curve, I can tell he can smile and does so quite regularly. I can see him extending his hand in completely unabashed friendliness to a perfect stranger, but I can also see him turn his back on a friend who betrayed or disappointed him with a hard look in his eyes that warns me he has strong passions and maybe will permit them to rule him if he is not careful. And this to an offending friend— what of an enemy? He has enemies, of that I am certain, maybe some of them of his own making, and for them he has no tolerance or sympathy, even where sympathy is perhaps merited. To an enemy he would be ruthless— an enemy would get one chance to prove himself a friend, and if he failed in that, he would never be given another. I think the only thing Edwin fears is cowardice— and he permits his own unwillingness to find himself a coward drive him to reckless acts that he thinks will prove his bravery to others… and to himself. He is afraid of what others may think, though he does not acknowledge this to himself.
I would like to meet Edwin— and if I were not alone with him, I think I would find him a very charming young man. Alone, though, I am afraid I would find him a little frightening.Please try to stop laughing, Daeus. You asked what image the name brought to my mind— I told you. And after loading you off with all this nonsense, I will make bold to hope that it will be useful to you… if only in showing you what your character is not. 🙂
Edwin Brook… It sounds like the name belonging to a simple a sort of man who would prefer a quit life (wheather he’s allotted that or not). He’s above average in wealth and class and so looked up to by those who find that ranking of importance. He has a strong will and determined mind but at times his passion leads him into trouble. He’s the hero type but not by choice for he’d rather be left alone to sip his tea in solitude and never be known to the outside world. His troublesome past is what darkens his present outlook of life. Perhaps he is not as brave as he thinks though his strong willed ways make him appear so. Kindness does not naturally pour out of him, though over time he may learn how to show it.
The name definitely sticks! It’s easy to remember cause it’s not hard to pronounce. It’s a very nice and simple name, so I wouldn’t say it’s one that catches my intrigue just by reading the name, but sometimes we need to use the name that best fits the character.
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Very far from laughing Kate, I was rather pleased with the impression you received. Have him smile less often, especially when alone, and delete the thing about cowardice being his great fear, and that is very close to my actual character. It is my intention he will be led through much drama, but I am not very concerned that his name sounds undramatic, for most all drama in his character will be internal rather than external. I hope however that the name at least gives the impression of someone with deeper feelings rather than one with a light air jolly, even if he does sound pleasant, which is my intent.
Rolena, thanks for your input. While less close to the conception I have of my character, your observations do seem to fit fairly well with the name and still coincide with my conceptions in many areas.
I think this name’s a winner. I’ll go ahead and use it. It really does sound catchy.
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Glad you were able to settle on his name and characteristics!
Yay! Edwin Brook now lives 🙂https://rolenahatfield.com/
Oh good! I’m glad I was actually helpful.
This is the story that comes to my mind when I hear the name Edwin Brook. He is a young man in his late twenties. He’s a very rich part of the aristocracy but he’s sick of it. Sick of the balls and social functions. Sick of the rules placed on him by high society. He dreams of escaping, of traveling somewhere where his name and social status are unknown. Does he ever act upon his dreams? Who knows!
Yes? No? Maybe?
HC
Aristocratic and sick of it? Yes, well, kind of. Dreams of escaping? No. He binds himself to it because it is expedient for him to be there. He can better accomplish his purpose there.
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Goodness that sounds exciting! Is this sorta like a spy/mystery/thriller story?
HC
Maybe a thriller, I hope so anyways. Its, well, complicated. Its somewhat of a revenge story and somewhat of a redemption story. Its somewhat of a tragedy and in a way it kind of has a happy ending depending on how you look at it. It certainly has some thriller type elements to it: bandits (three different groups), fights, assassination attempts, kidnappings, etc, etc. I’m going to try to include as much pathos as possible too. Here’s hoping I can combine all these elements cohesively.
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Sounds like a winner to me! Am I correct in thinking that this is supposed to be set in the renaissance era?
HC
Kate, I’m laughing but I’m also impressed. Nice imagination. And cool that it’s actually like Daeus’ character.
I think it’s a cool name, although I don’t know if it would be quite right for a title. Guess it depends. But if the character is mostly like Kate described, I would be interested in reading about him. 🙂
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