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Caleb

A classmate and pseudo-romantic interest of one of the narrators, this character makes offensive comments and voices desires to antagonize.

Rose Lockett

Grandmother of one of the narrators, this character dies of cancer during the novel.

The Man in the Windbreaker

A recurring feature of one narrator’s recollections, this figure’s relationship to events is not entirely certain.

Bernard Williams

Father of one of the narrators, this character retreats from the family well after the loss of a child, finding another family and largely severing already-tenuous ties.

Cassandra “Cee” “C” Williams

One of the narrators of the novel, this character is openly groomed for positions in a nonprofit administered by her family.

Charlotte Williams

Mother of one of the narrators, this character starts a foundation after the loss of a child.

Louise “Lu” Williams

Grandmother of one of the narrators, this character favors one grandchild over another...

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