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Cassie

This adolescent farmer's child begins learning about racism in the pre-civil rights South.

Stacey Logan

This character runs away to work in cane fields to make money to help his family.

Little Man

This character dislikes soiled clothes.

Christopher-John

This character's best friend's brother is on trail.

Mama/ Mary

No longer able to teach, this character turns to tutoring.

Papa/ David

This character is a hard-working community adviser.

Big Ma

This woman knows when something is wrong with her grandchildren.

Uncle Hammer

This hot-tempered bachelor lives up north.

Suzella

This character is stuck between two worlds and trying to his/her place.

Wordell

A silent young character who enjoys forest adventures.

Mr. Morrison

This character is feared and respected by the community.

Mr. Jamison

This character is a trusted character from Strawberry.

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