Willy

Willy is one of the protagonists of the book. He’s a ten year old child who has lost both parents. He lives on the potato farm with his grandfather and their dog, Searchlight. Willy is shown to be very intelligent and curious throughout the book. His teachers are often frustrated with the number of questions that he asks during school, but his grandfather encourages this behavior. Throughout the book, Willy shows his determination. He refuses to give up, even when everyone else in the town tells him that it’s hopeless.

Willy is also a very empathetic character. He clearly feels for Stone Fox when he finds out why he’s racing. He always treats Stone Fox as an equal. He even laments that he isn’t able to share the winnings with Stone Fox.

Willy’s Grandfather

Willy’s grandfather spends the majority of the book...