Who is Aerin-sol? Why does she feel like an outsider in her own country? Why are people wary of her? Why do Galanna and Perlith often make fun of Aerin? Why does the king do little to stop them? What does Aerin do in reaction to this teasing? What does this say about Aerin's personality?

Why does Arlbeth find it difficult to deal with Aerin? Why does Arlbeth allow Teka to raise Aerin as she sees fit? Who is Teka? What relationship does she have with Aerin? How does Aerin feel about Teka? When does Aerin realize that her father finds pleasure in her presence? What does Aerin do about it? How does Aerin feel about her father?

Who is Tor? What is his relationship with Aerin? How does he feel about Aerin? How does Galanna think Tor feels for Aerin? What does Galanna...