I'm not aware of the Brittany Booker story, so I can't say exactly who she is. She could be a student with a great academic achievement story, or a young professional who overcame challenges in her career. There are so many possibilities without more information about this story.
Brittany is the main character in the story. She is the one who decides to run a marathon, which sets off the whole plot of her journey of self - improvement and discovery.
The story of the ghostly figure in the old cemetery is quite well - known. Locals often talk about seeing a shadowy figure among the tombstones late at night. Some think it might be the caretaker from a long time ago who still watches over the place.
One famous mchenry county ghost story is about the old abandoned mansion on the outskirts. People claim to see a lady in white wandering around the property at night. It's said she was a former resident who died under mysterious circumstances.
The Star - Spangled Banner was inspired by the events at Fort McHenry. During a battle, the fort was under attack. As the night passed, Francis Scott Key watched from afar. In the morning, he saw the American flag still flying over Fort McHenry, which signified that the fort had not been captured. This sight inspired him to write the poem that would later become the national anthem of the United States, known as The Star - Spangled Banner.
Maybe Saoirse Ronan for Brittany. She's a very talented actress who can portray strong and complex female characters. And for Alex, Ansel Elgort could be a possibility. He has the looks and the acting skills to play a character like Alex, especially if the character has a bit of a rebellious side.