Who is Plain Kate? Why is she called Plain Kate? What is Plain Kate's profession? What causes Plain Kate to be left to fend for herself at such a young age? Why do many people consider Plain Kate a witch? Is she? Why does Plain Kate take in three cats? Who is Taggle? How does Taggle become such an important part of Plain Kate's life?

Who is Linay? What does Linay want from Plain Kate? For what reason? How does Plain Kate respond to Linay's request? Why does Plain Kate eventually allow Linay to take what he wants? What does Linay give Plain Kate in return for her gift to him? How does this gift change Plain Kate's life?

Who are the Roamers? Why does Plain Kate begin traveling with the Roamers? Where do they go? Why does Plain Kate need to leave her...