Bella is a smart, perceptive teenager moving to the rainy town of Forks. She feels alienated from her peers and assumes she will not fit in at her new high school. Despite her self-doubt and frequent clumsiness, her natural curiosity drives her to uncover the truth about her strange new classmates.

Edward is a century-old vampire who retains the appearance of a teenager. As part of a family that abstains from hunting humans, he struggles deeply with his predatory instincts. He possesses the unique ability to read minds, though he finds himself completely shut out of the thoughts of the new girl in town.

James is a lethal tracker who loves the thrill of a difficult hunt. Unbound by the peaceful rules of the local residents, he views humans primarily as sport. His perverse mind is immediately triggered when he notices a protected human, leading him to initiate a deadly game.

Dr. Carlisle Cullen is the compassionate patriarch of his unusual family and a highly respected surgeon in the community. Born in the seventeenth century, he spent centuries perfecting his immunity to the temptation of human blood. He serves as a steady, wise leader for his household.

Alice is a lively and cheerful student with spiky, jet-black hair. Having no memory of her human life, she eagerly embraces her current existence and easily accepts newcomers. She possesses the ability to foresee the future, giving her family a distinct tactical advantage.

Charlie is the taciturn but hard-working Chief of Police in the small town. Though he struggles to express his emotions verbally, he cares deeply for his child and tries to make her comfortable in her new home. He maintains a quiet, steady presence in the community.

Renée is a loving but highly disorganized mother living in Phoenix. Recently married to a traveling minor-league baseball player, she struggles to balance domestic responsibilities with her desire to support her husband on the road. Her scatterbrained nature often forces those around her to take charge.

Jessica is a chatty, sociable high school student who quickly attaches herself to the newcomer. She enjoys the proximity to someone drawing attention and eagerly explains the school's social dynamics. While friendly, her motives are sometimes driven by a desire for popularity.

Jacob is a fifteen-year-old Native American boy living on a local reservation. Friendly and approachable, he remembers playing together during earlier childhood visits. He serves as a bridge to his tribe's history, sharing ancient legends that offer critical clues about the strange residents of the area.

Billy is an elder of his community who uses a wheelchair. Deeply connected to local traditions and historical treaties, he distrusts certain new residents despite long-standing truces. He acts as a wary guardian, attempting to issue warnings about dangers lurking nearby.

Esme is the gentle and deeply loving matriarch of her family. Having suffered tragic loss in her past, she fully embraces her role as a mother figure to her adoptive children. She is overjoyed when her eldest son finds happiness and quickly extends warmth to newcomers.

Rosalie is a startlingly beautiful student who fiercely values her family's safety. She harbors deep resentment toward outside interference, fearing that carelessness threatens their existence. Beneath her hostility lies a lingering envy over ordinary human experiences.

Emmet is the largest and most physically powerful member of his household. Despite his intimidating size, he possesses a cheerful demeanor and a love for rough physical challenges. He remains resolutely loyal and easily supports his brother's unusual choices.

Jasper is the newest addition to his household and struggles the most with their disciplined dietary lifestyle. To avoid temptation, he wisely keeps a careful distance from ordinary humans. He possesses a unique ability to manipulate the emotions of those around him.

Angela is a tall, shy, and genuinely sweet student. Unlike some of her more gossip-driven peers, she offers a quiet and calming presence. She appreciates simple connections and provides a peaceful refuge from chaotic social dynamics.

Tyler is a high school student whose accidental near-fatal crash sets off a chain of strange events. Overcome with guilt after almost crushing a classmate, he becomes overly attentive. He persistently tries to make amends and misreads polite forgiveness as romantic interest.

Mike is a friendly, overeager high school student whose family owns a local sports outfitter store. He immediately develops a crush on the new girl in town, acting much like an enthusiastic puppy. His persistent attention serves as an early trigger for tension among his peers.

Eric is a helpful and eager student who quickly tries to establish a connection with the newcomer. He competes directly with other classmates for her attention. His efforts mostly result in a solid friendship rather than a successful romance.

Phil is a traveling minor-league baseball player. His demanding travel schedule inadvertently prompts his stepdaughter to move to Washington State so that his wife can accompany him on the road.

Laurent is a centuries-old nomadic traveler who roams with a small, dangerous group. While he follows his own predatory rules, he is pragmatic and civilized enough to negotiate a peaceful interaction when he encounters a larger, established family.

Victoria is a nomadic traveler wandering alongside her companions in search of prey. With her wild red hair and feral instincts, she assists in hunting and quickly aligns with her group's lethal tracker when a new target is discovered.