The best <em>Below Deck</em> season 12 newbie is easily Solène Favreau. From the start, she was refreshingly authentic, never putting on a fake front for the cameras or her crew. Solène brings a grounded energy to the yacht, balancing her new job aboard St. David with a genuine personality that makes her stand out. Her honesty and self-awareness could make Solène a fan-favorite for all the right reasons.