The protagonist’s mother, who has a history of adventurous sailing, but becomes lonely and anxious after a devastating hurricane. Her complex relationship with nature and family significantly impacts Wanda's life and experiences.

The protagonist’s hardworking and emotionally unavailable father, who works as a lineman repairing storm damage. His actions influence Wanda’s upbringing and the trajectory of the story, despite his struggle with communication and emotional connections.

Wanda’s older brother, who initially grapples with remorse for his childhood actions but grows into a hopeful and altruistic man. He aims to protect his community and make amends as he matures.

A resourceful survivalist and retired biology teacher who becomes Wanda’s guardian and imparts essential survival skills and knowledge of nature. Her relationship with Wanda forms one of the story’s emotional cores.

A calm and protective figure from Wanda's past, identifiable by her pale blue eyes and close-cropped blond hair. She plays a crucial role in the narrative’s development and becomes a significant part of Wanda's life and the community around her.