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Kayla

Roommate of one of the principal characters, this figure works with divergent language forms and cultural practices.

Kyle “Slash”

Erstwhile romantic interest of one of the principal characters in the novel, this figure is a budding anarchist and general troublemaker.

Mel

Love-interest of one of the principal characters in the novel, this figure is largely supportive, although there are clear strains in the relevant romantic relationship.

Eliot Quinn

Roommate of one of the principal characters, this figure is something of a mystery to other students. He is marked by the actions of well-meaning people who did him harm.

Charlotte “Charlie” Serrano

One of the principal characters in the novel, this figure is a recent enrollee in a residential school for the Deaf. She and one of the other principal characters are romantically involved.

Edwin Swall

Superintendent of the local school district, this character serves as something of an...

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