The protagonist; a brilliant, determined writer living a double life.
Throughout the novel, Alex faces personal tragedies and difficult relationships with men who often underestimate her talent because she is a woman. She eventually has to decide if and when is "the right time" to reveal her true identity to the world. Key Characters
Alex adopts the persona of Alexander Green to publish her dark, complex mysteries. As Green becomes a world-famous, reclusive author, Alex lives a quiet, isolated life, hiding her identity even from those she dates.
A rare character praised by some reviewers for being more developed than others in the book. Go to product viewer dialog for this item. The Right Time: A Novel
After her father’s untimely death when she is fourteen, Alex is raised by nuns at a local convent. They provide the encouragement she needs to finish her first novel while still in college.
Alex’s father, whose advice to use a pseudonym shapes her entire career.