#turtlebay.wanted

Yet their intimacy exists in the shadow of duty. Kemal is engaged, bound by family obligations and expectations, and cannot be with her openly. Their relationship is therefore charged with tension: moments of closeness and desire mixed with restraint, longing, and the constant reminder of what they cannot have. Despite this, she remains steadfast, patient, and unwavering — a rare presence in his life who offers understanding, trust, and solace amid the pressures that define him.

He is a tall, imposing man, older than Maria Fernanda, with a presence that immediately commands attention. Born into a powerful cartel family, he was groomed from childhood to lead, learning the art of strategy, negotiation, and influence as naturally as others learn to walk. Every movement he makes exudes confidence and authority; every glance carries an unspoken calculation. He is sharp-minded, capable of reading people and situations with unnerving precision, and has learned to use charm and intimidation in equal measure. His engagement to Maria Fernanda was never a matter of choice for either of them — a calculated alliance between families designed to consolidate power. Yet, despite his pride and expectation of obedience, he finds himself unsettled by her defiance. When she fled Miami, he knew immediately. Her disappearance is not a challenge he can ignore. Now, he has followed her to Turtle Bay, driven by a combination of determination, fascination, and the need to reclaim what he believes is his — not just the engagement, but the control he has always exerted over his world. Beneath the exterior of authority and precision, there is a simmering intensity. He respects strength and cleverness, and Maria Fernanda’s independence both frustrates and intrigues him. He is relentless in pursuit, unafraid of confrontation, and accustomed to getting what he wants — making him a dangerous, unpredictable presence in her life.

Maria Fernanda Jaramillo’s twin brother is, in many ways, the mirror image of her—yet unmistakably his own person. Where Maria may carry a quiet intensity or sharp awareness, her twin wears life loudly and without apology. Personality & Presence He is charismatic, outgoing, and unapologetically flirtatious. People are drawn to him instantly, partly because of his confidence and partly because he seems to crave attention and excitement. Some people in their world jokingly (or not so jokingly) call him a “man whore,” which he either laughs off or leans into with a smirk. He knows how to light up a room, how to make someone feel seen—or make them wish they hadn’t. He lives for the party. Nights that last till dawn, champagne flowing freely, new lovers on the arm and old ones he’s forgotten by sunrise—that’s his element. He spends money with reckless abandon, as though every experience must be purchased and no bill should wait. The idea of consequences seems almost foreign to him; he treats life like an endless string of opportunities rather than responsibilities. Upbringing & Family Dynamics Raised with a silver spoon in his mouth, he’s always had access to privilege—whether he deserved it or not. Their mother dotes on him in a way that is very different from how Maria was treated. While Maria’s father is the apple of her eye and perhaps a grounding force for her, their mother’s favoritism toward her son is obvious and unashamed. This adoration has shaped him: he expects devotion, not discipline, and is surprised when the world doesn’t always acquiesce to his charm. Relationship with Siblings His relationship with Santiago, the older brother, is complicated. There’s respect, certainly, but also tension—likely born of unmet expectations, jealousy, and a fundamental difference in how each brother was parented. With Maria, the twin has a closer bond—partly because of shared history and partly because they understand each other in ways others don’t—but their similarities sometimes breed conflict as much as connection.

Zeynep is a recovering alcoholic. We can discuss if this character was also one or not, but they were her crutch. It was very likely a codependent relationship where she leaned on them heavily. When Zeynep overdid it and nearly died, this character gave her an ultimatum: get clean or lose them forever. The character left and it broke her heart. It does not have to be an "exes to lovers" scenario. It can be discussed. 

Theresa is a painter that lived next door to Quentin when he first moved into Turtle Bay fourteen years ago and they quickly connected over art, eventually starting a relationship, the two moved in together and had a daughter named Rose who is ten.

This is someone that Bradley used to date. The reason as to why they broke up can be discussed. Maybe they want to get back together, maybe they are just meant to be friends or maybe they are just enemies. He is caring and wants to take care of people so maybe this character didn't want that. Like I said this can all be discussed. 

Christina is the first born girl of Andrea and Christian Hamilton, she was born before she even had a chance to know her father. He was away overseas in the Marines. It was during this time that she was raised by Andrea by herself especially after receiving the news that Christian had been 'killed' overseas. For five years it was just Christina and her mother. And then it turned out that the Marines had been wrong, CJ was alive but barely. He had been kidnapped and tortured for five years. Once he got back and got the green light, the family reconnected.

Claire Anderson is the youngest out of the Anderson's siblings and the youngest of Victoria and Orion Anderson's children, she doesn't really remember her dad because he left when she was so young. So his return to Turtle Bay hasn't really affected her that much but that doesn't mean that she doesn't want to see him. She is supportive of her mother's current relationship. She is in college and working where you feel like she should be working.