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Shoba

This character works in downtown Boston as a textbook editor.

Shukumar's Mother

During this character's visit, a lie is told about working late.

Gillian

This character drives to the hospital when the expectant mother goes into labor.

The Baby

A secret is kept about this character until a dark night.

Lilia

This character tries to read about Pakistan, but is told by a teacher that it doesn't matter.

Mr. Pirzada

This character lives in Boston on a government grant to study New England foliage.

Mr. Pirzada's Wife

This character stays in Dacca until war breaks out.

Mr. Pirzada's Daughters

These characters are not heard from for six months.

Lilia's Father

This character watches the news every night.

Lilia's Mother

This character prepares meals for countrymen of the India-Pakistan area who live in or are visiting America.

Dora

This character keeps a watch for when the teacher comes...

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