Smart, beautiful, tough and street-raised. Must be able to play a wide range of emotions including vulnerability. Destiny grows up under her pimp father's control and learns to survive using her intelligence and instincts. Prison and her friendship with Daphne, a society heiress, exposes her to a completely different life, forcing her to decide who she truly wants to become.

Beautiful, wealthy, outspoken, fearless and rebellious. The heir to a hotel fortune, Daphne meets the main character, Destiny, in prison and unexpectedly becomes the closest thing Destiny has ever had to a real sister.

A hardened street hustler/pimp. Controlling, intimidating and manipulative, Payne views the main character, Destiny, as both his daughter and an extension of his business. His influence continues to haunt her even after she tries to escape him. Must have a powerful physical presence and voice.

The eventual love interest of the main character, Destiny. Charming, creative, musician/producer, and emotionally grounded, Malik represents the healthy love and future Destiny never believed could be possible.