Wild Area of the Whale

Main Characters and Their Development

• Kit Watson - the main character, a teenager who moves to the small mining town of Staup, where his grandfather worked as a miner. Kit explores his family's and the town's history, encountering mystical and supernatural elements. He befriends John Askew and Allie Kincaid, which helps him understand himself and his place in the world.
• John Askew - a mysterious and troubled teenager who is fascinated by the game «Death». He becomes Kit's friend and helps him explore the darker sides of the town's history and his own life. John is a catalyst for many events in the book and significantly influences Kit's development.
• Allie Kincaid - Kit's classmate who becomes his friend and support. She helps him cope with difficulties and is an important part of his life in the new town. Allie represents a bright and positive side, contrasted with John's darkness.
• Kit's Grandfather - a former miner who shares stories of the town's past and his life with his grandson. His tales help Kit understand the importance of family and heritage, as well as accept his own story.