Agnes's lifelong best friend, Polly is a warm and caring woman who prioritizes her role as a wife and mother. Though initially bound by her duties to her husband, she eventually seeks her own path and stands by Agnes in her conservation efforts.

A young professional in the publishing industry, Maud is ambitious and motivated by her admiration for Agnes's work. She balances her career with her responsibilities as a mother and caretaker for her family, forming a bond with Agnes and Polly at Fellowship Point.

A talented landscaper with a gentle nature, Robert is admired for his ethics and integrity despite being wrongfully accused of theft. Noted for his intellectual potential from a young age, he maintains strong relationships with several characters throughout the novel.

A philosophy professor and Polly's husband, Dick is depicted as self-assured and focused on his academic pursuits. His interactions with Polly reflect his belief in traditional gender roles, although his demeanor softens toward the end of his life.

Nan's father, Virgil is a private and reclusive writer who shares a unique intellectual connection with Agnes. Their friendship grows through discussions about writing, providing Agnes with an unexpected companionship.