The 11-year-old middle Pearce child, Edmund is known for his love of mischief and sweets, as well as his bluntness, which often masks his insecurities and deep need for family love and acceptance.

The youngest Pearce child at 9 years old, Anna is emotionally sensitive and compassionate, often looking to her older brother William for comfort and parental support.

A kind and empathetic woman who becomes the eventual guardian for the Pearce children, known for providing them with a safe haven in her library and supporting them throughout their struggles.

A hawkish woman and directress of the evacuation operations, Miss Carr initially presents as stern and uncompassionate due to the pressures of her role, but she experiences growth in her understanding of the children.

The first billet for the Pearce children, with Mrs. Forrester being kind but lacking empathy, and Mr. Forrester mostly following her lead while attempting to offer small kindnesses.

The second billet for the Pearce children, Mrs. Griffith is a poor and embittered woman whose focus on survival leads to a harsh and abusive dynamic with the siblings.