A 15-year-old protagonist who is pregnant at the beginning of the narrative and showcases maturity and self-awareness as she navigates complex family dynamics and generational trauma.

Amadeo and Valerie's mother, faced with a terminal brain tumor diagnosis, who reflects on her life and relationships, particularly the impact of generational trauma on her family.

Amadeo's sister, a new school counselor in Albuquerque, who has experienced domestic abuse and is a familial survivor navigating the impacts of generational trauma.

Amadeo's great uncle, a respected elder in the community known for his compassionate guidance and support for family and community members facing addiction and personal struggles.

Angel's mother and Amadeo's ex-partner, who navigates a strained relationship with her daughter and struggles with unsuitable romantic choices amidst her own redemptive journey.

A teacher at Smart Starts! for teen mothers, whose lack of cultural awareness hampers her ability to effectively support her students, despite her good intentions.

A troubled young mother and Angel's classmate at Smart Starts!, who struggles with addiction and represents the complex social issues affecting young women in northern New Mexico.