The Cry of the Owl

Main Characters and Their Development

• Robert Forester - the main character, a man experiencing a personal crisis after a divorce. He moves to a small town to start a new life, but his habit of watching neighbors leads to unexpected consequences. Robert is a complex character who struggles with feelings of loneliness and guilt, and his development is tied to the search for inner peace and understanding of his own motives.
• Jenny Thielman - a young woman whom Robert watches from his window. She lives with her fiancé Greg, but their relationship is far from ideal. Jenny represents an unattainable ideal for Robert, but as the plot unfolds, she is revealed as a person with her own problems and fears.
• Greg Wynter - Jenny's fiancé, who becomes suspicious and aggressive when he learns about Robert's observations. Greg is the antagonist whose actions push the plot towards its climax. His jealousy and distrust play a key role in the development of the conflict.
• Viola Forester - Robert's ex-wife, who continues to influence his life even after their divorce. Her presence in the book helps reveal Robert's internal struggles and his inability to let go of the past.