Ada Smith
Ada Smith is the story's protagonist, aged 10. Ada was born with clubfoot, making it difficult for her to walk. The author describes Ada as a beautiful, determined young girl who wants to exploit her potential. Unfortunately, Ada’s mother is abusive because she locks Ada inside their one-room apartment every day. The mother thinks that if people see Ada, she will embarrass the family. However, the mother's actions affect Ada emotionally and psychologically.
When Ada learns that people are rescuing children during the war, she accompanies her brother, and they are taken into the countryside. Susan adopts Ada and her brother Jamie. While living with Susan, Ada learns she can walk and do her daily activities without help. In addition, Ada learns how to ride horses, write, read, and sing.
Jamie Smith
Jamie is Ada’s younger brother, aged six years. When Jamie and her sister move into the countryside, he discovers his love for planes. Jamie discovers his passion in the countryside because he has peace of mind, unlike when living with his abusive mother, who tormented him psychologically.
Susan Smith
Susan Smith is a guardian who adopts Ada and Jamie in the countryside. The author describes Susan as a loving, caring woman. Susan Supports Ada and teaches her how to walk, write and ride horses. Jamie also feels secure under the care of Susan to the extent of discovering his passion for planes.
Mam
Mam is Ada and Jamie’s mother. The author describes Mam as an uncaring, brutal, irresponsible, and abusive mother. Mam tortures Ada physically and mentally when she locks her up inside the house throughout her childhood. Mam blames Ada for her ugly foot and assures her that she will never walk or do anything important.
Mrs. Thorton
Mrs. Thorton is also called an iron-faced Lady. Mrs. Thorton's primary role is overseeing the evacuation procedure to ensure all children are rescued at the time of war. Mrs. Thorton is a strict woman who does not condone laziness.
Margaret
Margaret is Thorton's daughter, aged 12. Margret loves Ada, and they are very close friends. Margaret does not treat Ada badly because of her clubfoot. Instead, Margret encourages Ada to practice walking and doing activities without help. Margret believes that Ada can walk and be independent.
Fred Grimes
Fred is the person employed by Thorton to take care of her horses. Fred is a kind mind man because he treats Ada respectfully and trains her to know how to ride.
