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Marya Justine Hornbacher

This is the central character and writer of this memoir.

Judy Hornbacher

This person is repressed and distant. She was a theater actress, then later an assistant principal.

Jay Hornbacher

This person is overly protective of Marya. He desires a child who will never grow up.

Duane

Marya makes a true emotional connection with this person who chases her to the door of her room one night when hugs are being given.

Kathi

This character is a nurse who administers tests to Marya.

Lora

This is Marya's roommate during her year at Interlochen.

Dr. J.

This is Marya's doctor at Methodist Hospital.

Julian Daniel Beard

This person is Marya's future husband.

Rebecca

This is one of the girls who befriends Marya at her new school in California.

Paul

Marya considers this person to be her brother. She confides in him during a walk.

Sibyl

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