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Dr. Ossian Sweet

This character, a physician, is the main character of the book.

Gladys Sweet

This character is the doctor's wife and the mother of Iva.

Otis Sweet

This character is Ossian Sweet's brother.

Henry Sweet

This character is Ossian Sweet's younger brother who comes to help with the move.

Edward Carter

This character is a friend and colleague of Sweet's.

Julian Perry

This character is a lawyer and Sweet's friend from their college days.

William Davis

This character is another friend of Sweet's who comes the day they move.

John Latting

This character is a cousin of Sweet's.

Norris Murray

This character lives in Black Bottom and is a hired hand helping with the move.

Edna Butler

This character is a friend of Gladys' and was maid of honor at her wedding.

Serena Rochelle

This character is an interior decorator and a friend of Gladys.

Joe Mack

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