Lucky’s adoptive father, who is both caring and morally complex. He is deeply involved in grifting and teaches Lucky these skills, creating a morally ambiguous father-daughter relationship.

An untrustworthy thief who serves as an antagonist in the story. She is involved in criminal activities that affect Lucky's life adversely.

The romantic interest of Lucky and son of Priscilla. He is involved in alias-switching and has a complicated relationship with Lucky.

Once involved in criminal activities, Reyes undergoes a positive transformation and aids John and Lucky, highlighting the possibility of change.

A former grifter turned nun who discovers Lucky as an infant. She serves as a guiding figure in the novel, supporting Lucky’s biological mother.

A mother and daughter who are involved in a scam with John and Lucky when Lucky is young. They represent a contrasting family dynamic to Lucky’s life with John.

John's estranged wife, whose mysterious presence influences Lucky's understanding of trust and deception.

Lucky’s biological mother, who pursued a successful legal career and helps Lucky navigate legal challenges. Her past actions provide a backdrop to Lucky’s early life.