Maddie Miller

Maddie is the free-spirited child whose yearning for her father and the answer to his disappearance will inspire you to follow her challenging journey. Filled with joys and heartaches, she teaches while she learns and becomes a wiser, more grown-up young lady as the result of her unshakable faith in God.

Ruth Miller

Ruth is Maddie's mother, 26 years old. She meets many challenges between her relationship with husband Floyd and a new friendship with Harvey Caruthers. But most of all, she is confronted with the difficulties of helping Maddie understand the unexplained truth about her father. Strength of spirit and great love support Ruth's journey to the end.

Anna Williams

Anna is Ruth's mother. She anchors the family with an unwavering faith in the power of prayer. As a first-rate cook, her greatest pleasure comes from serving the food she so lovingly prepares. You will want to sit at her kitchen table and see for yourself.

Harvey Caruthers

Harvey is an ex-law student who has taken a job during the hard times as a bell hop at the Heathman Hotel. Harvey meets Ruth and a connection follows. Their relationship goes through some compelling changes before finally growing to be more than just a friendship.

Uncle Cal

Uncle Cal is Harvey's wealthy uncle. He runs a prestigious law firm in Portland and intends to give Harvey a position there after finishing law school.

Floyd Miller

Floyd is Ruth's husband who has been absent for nine years. His reappearance stirs up past injuries and helps his daughter find the unexpected answers she has been searching for.

Pearl Miller

Pearl is Floyd's sister. Her family loyalties are torn between her brother on one hand, and Ruth and Niece Maddie on the other.