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Jody Baxter

This character is a twelve-year old who longs for a pet through the first half of the novel.

Ezra (Penny) Baxter

This character is a skilled hunter and farmer with a reputation for being honest who believes in a balance between man and animals.

Ora (Ma) Baxter

This character is large, enjoys sewing and baking, knows the daily grind of life in the back country, and rarely smiles or shows affection.

Buck Forrester

This character is the only one in his family known for level-headedness and civility. This character maintains a cordial and mutually helpful relationship with the neighbors until one certain incident that scares the entire town at a Christmas party.

Lem Forrester

This character is described as a cantankerous giant, looking for a fight at every turn. This character torments animals and assumes that people are dishonest.

Fodder Wing Forrester

This character is misshapen...

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