Pearl Underwood
Pearl Underwood is the only female in her generation of OverShadowers. She's spent her entire life learning about what she was born to do. On top of that, her mother died giving birth to her, and Pearl's not sure if the same thing will happen to her.
Max
Max is the boy on the bus that makes Pearl laugh, even though he can be a tad annoying. Max may seem like a nice guy, but what is he really up to?
Adskhan Carter
Adskhan is the Leader of Pearl's generation of OverShadowers. He claims that he loves Pearl, but is it the truth?
Zeke
Zeke is overambitious, hyper, and quick. He's the total opposite of what a real boy OverShadower should be. Annoying Adskhan is one of his favorite past times.
Arnold
Arnold is like Pearl's older brother. He's quiet, and calm. He sticks up for Pearl when she's in trouble.
Josh
Josh is Zeke's brother. But he's the total opposite. He's quiet, and doesn't make fun of Pearl like Zeke does.
Other characters...
Mother - The woman who helps Pearl get ready for her Fastening. She's kind, but firm.
Adskhan's Father - The Head Elder. He's strict, and cruel. You're better off doing what he says.
Adskhan's Father - The Head Elder. He's strict, and cruel. You're better off doing what he says.