His parents have a strained relationship with Gerald and each other, impacted by the favoritism shown towards Gerald's sister, Tasha, which further complicates family dynamics.

Gerald’s older sister, characterized by her cruel and violent behavior, which she exhibits without remorse towards her siblings and mother.

Gerald’s other sister, who was also abused by Tasha, and who escapes the toxic family environment by earning a scholarship and going to college.

Gerald's love interest, whose own family struggles lead her to become an important figure in Gerald's life, setting an example of resilience and direct confrontation of challenges.

A teenager the same age as Gerald, who comes from a circus family and befriends Gerald, offering him perspective on the realities of circus life compared to Gerald’s escapist dreams.