Michael Fickett - The 12-year-old narrator and son of a minister. He has a close relationship with his adopted younger brother Edgar Allan.

Edgar Allan - A young black boy adopted by the white Fickett family, causing controversy and backlash in their small town.

Reverend Fickett - The father of the family and a minister, who initially supports adopting Edgar but later succumbs to pressure from his congregation.

Mary Nell Fickett - Michael's older sister who strongly opposes the adoption of Edgar due to the town's racism.

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