Cricket's mother, who is largely absent from the story and remembered through Cricket's memories, is struggling with mental health issues, leading to her unpredictable presence in Cricket’s life.

Cricket’s deceased father, who lives on through his teachings and loving memories, significantly impacts Cricket’s survival skills and emotional resilience.

A stern figure in Cricket’s life, who tried to maintain stability for Mama and left a lasting impression after passing away before the story begins.

A cricket found by Cricket in a grocery store, named after her mother, whom Cricket projects her feelings onto and finds companionship with during her journey.

Cricket’s father’s second cousin once removed, with a fondness for poetry and puzzles, who is initially guarded but becomes a supportive figure offering insights into Mama’s situation.

Cricket’s father’s brother’s ex-wife, who takes Cricket in after her father’s death and is responsible for much of Cricket’s immediate care despite initial plans for relocation.