Noel Links, daughter of James and Rachel Links, lives on Earth while her parents remain separated due to Rachel's work on Mars. She employs notable mechanical skill and dependability in her profession as a construction worker. Her relationship with her family is complex; she accepts her father James more than her brother Leon does, though she sometimes struggles to comprehend James's unconventional behavior. She shows less forgiveness toward her mother Rachel for her extended absence. When James becomes involved with the Orbital Frame Dolores and initiates a search for Rachel, Noel and Leon become entangled in the mission. Noel's initial skepticism and frustration toward her father gradually shift during the journey, leading to a partial family reconciliation. Her mechanical aptitude proves practically valuable throughout their shared challenges. Noel navigates unresolved tensions stemming from her mother's departure and her father's perceived failings. While critical of Rachel's choices, her involvement in James's quest signifies a developing, albeit conflicted, connection to her maternal heritage. Her pragmatic nature and technical skills remain consistent traits.