Questions for the Author:
What is your character’s name? Does he/she have a nickname?
One of the male characters in Detective Florence is Xavier Barron. He does not have any nicknames because he doesn’t like them.
What color is his/her hair? What color are his/her eyes?
Xavier has short, slick back hair. He has brown eyes.
Who are your character’s friends and family?
Xavier doesn’t have too many friends. He used to be very good friends with George, but they lost touch when George lost his job at the police station. Ever since then Xavier has had a bad attitude and no one really wants to be around him. He’s kind of a loner and no one knows what changed him. No one knows anything about his family. He doesn’t like to talk about his personal life.
Where does your character live?
Again, Xavier doesn’t like to discuss his personal life. No one knows where Xavier lives, whether it’s an apartment or a house, if he lives alone or with roommates or even with pets.
What is his/her biggest fear?
Xavier’s biggest fear is not being a good detective. He always tries to do the best he can and he doesn’t like to receive help from anyway. He has big plans for his career and hopes he doesn’t mess it up.
Has your character ever been in love and/or had a broken heart?
Xavier has never been in love, but he has had a broken heart. As the author, that’s all I can say for now.
What kind of clothes does he/she wear?
Xavier always wears suits. Even on his day off, he doesn’t like to dress down.
What is he/she doing on his/her day off?
Xavier tries to constantly work. If he’s in the middle of a case and he has a few hours off at the end of the day, he still tries to figure it out. When he’s home, he tries to keep his mind sharp by doing puzzles or riddles. He can’t sit still and always has to be on the move.
What is his/her overall personality like?
Xavier has changed since George left the police station. He used to be friendly and laid back. Now he’s serious and tense which is a turn off for everyone else.
Questions for the Character:
What do you consider your greatest achievement?
“My greatest achievement is becoming a detective. George and I used to be partners, but when he got let go I was bumped up in the ranks. I learned a lot while working with George, but I think I’ve learned more without him. I’m happy I was able to continue doing my best without him.”
What is it that you most dislike?
“I hate being wrong or being helped. George’s new agency is so annoying because he’s always trying to butt into our work. If there’s a case, I can handle. I don’t even need Barney to help me out.”
What is your greatest regret?
“I guess I feel a little bad for not being able to maintain my relationships with my co-workers. But it’s not my fault none of them work as hard as I do.”
What is your best trait?
“I’m great at what I do. I’m an awesome detective, I’ve solved a lot of crimes and I’ve helped a lot of people.”
What is your worst flaw?
“I’ll admit it, I’m not a people person. I’m able to help people when there’s a crime that needs to be solved, but I have a hard time when it comes to dealing with friends or family or anyone else. I don’t know what to do if there’s no evidence.”
What is your hobby?
“Puzzles and riddles. I don’t really enjoy watching TV. Occasionally I will read a book, but I don’t have much time to have a hobby. I work too much.”
Who do you most admire?
“It’s hard to pick someone I admire. There have been some pretty great detectives way back when. I can only hope I can be remembered just as great as those guys.”
