August Pullman, a remarkable 10-year-old boy, possesses a distinctive appearance that sets him apart from others. Due to his unique circumstances, he had not attended a conventional school until the start of fifth grade. Initially, his arrival at the school was met with mixed reactions, with some displaying apprehension. However, his exceptional personality and intelligence enabled him to forge meaningful connections with his peers, eventually forming genuine friendships. During the memorable graduation ceremony, August was wholeheartedly accepted into the school community, and his newfound confidence shielded him from the fear of bullying, empowering him to face any challenges with courage.
OLIVIA
PULLMAN
Via is a fifteen-year-old girl and August's sister. Despite her parents needing to devote additional time to caring for her brother, she remains remarkably sensible and independent. Despite the circumstances, Via holds a deep affection for her brother. She possesses a strong sense of justice and consistently defends him against bullies.
Justin, the boyfriend of Via, possesses remarkable talent when it comes to playing the violin. Despite facing the challenges of his parents' divorce, Justin's compassionate nature shines through as he refuses to pity Via. Rather, he wholeheartedly cares for her emotions and loves her deeply.
Julian, who attends Beecher Prep with August, comes from a privileged background. He belongs to a well-to-do family, and his circle of friends predominantly consists of individuals from similar affluent backgrounds. While Julian often puts on a facade of politeness in the presence of adults, his true demeanor is unkind towards August. Sadly, this mistreatment extends to Julian's mother, who discriminates against August and his family.
Summer Dowson, a cherished companion of Aggie at Beecher School, holds a special place as one of his closest friends. From the depths of her heart, Summer becomes the first child to truly connect with Aggie on a profound level throughout their shared journey. In every situation, whether it be confronting bullying or experiencing exclusion, Summer stands unwaveringly by Aggie's side, supporting him with unwavering loyalty. Furthermore, when a cold war ensues between Jack and Aggie, Summer serves as a pivotal catalyst for their reconciliation, playing a crucial role in bringing them back together.
Miranda Navas is Via's closest friend, and their friendship spans many years. They have known August since he was just a baby, and Miranda even gave him the nickname "Major Tom." However, during the summer before high school, Miranda fabricated aspects of her background in order to fit in and make new friends. Despite feeling remorseful about her actions, Miranda chose not to disclose the truth to Via. It was only when the charade came to an end that Miranda and Via were able to reconcile and rebuild their friendship, ultimately becoming best friends once again.
Jack Will is August's first friend at Beecher Prep, and they often sit next to each other in many classes. They developed a strong bond and enjoyed doing various activities together. However, their friendship took a drastic turn on Halloween when Jack made hurtful comments about August's appearance, leading August to give him the silent treatment. As Jack reflected on his actions, he realized the gravity of his words and decided to apologize. Deep down, Jack is a person of integrity and compassion who wanted to protect August from the bullying inflicted by Julian.