Maggie Moran

Maggie Moran is the female protagonist of the novel. Maggie feels an overwhelming need for connection with others and is always helping someone. Maggie can be somewhat scatterbrained and officious although she always has the best intentions.

Ira Moran

Maggie’s husband Ira Moran is the male protagonist of the novel and the complete opposite of Maggie. Like Maggie, Ira also yearns for human connection but he conceals his desire under a facade of no-nonsense placidity.

Jesse Moran

The son of Maggie and Ira, Jesse Moran has inherited his mother’s lack of concern about the future and his father’s sense of pride. Jesse dropped out of high school to play in a band and continues to pursue a music career to the detriment of his development as an adult.

Daisy Moran

The daughter of Maggie and Ira and the younger sister of Jesse, Daisy Moran...