While Victor is the central character and the story is told from his perspective, there are other characters who play important roles in the story. These include:
* Teresa, Victor's crush, who he tries to impress with his knowledge of French and his romantic gestures.
* Michael, Victor's friend who encourages his pursuit of Teresa.
* Victor's parents, who are supportive but don't fully understand Victor's teenage anxieties.
However, Victor is the primary focus of the story and the one whose experiences and growth we follow most closely.