Julia Ives - The protagonist, a successful 41-year-old architect living in Vermont. She returns to Spokane while pregnant to revisit her childhood home and unravel the mysteries surrounding her family's past, particularly her mother's disappearance when Julia was 9 years old.

Julia's Father - An alcoholic who was both nurturing and abusive towards Julia and her brother Travis during their childhood. He taught Julia "the salt dance" ritual to help her leave her fears behind.

Julia's Mother - Disappeared from the family without explanation when Julia was 9 years old, leaving a profound impact on Julia's life.

Travis - Julia's younger brother, who also bears emotional scars from their turbulent childhood.

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