The Institute

Main Characters and Their Development

• Luke Ellis - the main character, a twelve-year-old boy with exceptional intellectual abilities and a mild telekinetic gift. He is kidnapped and placed in The Institute, where he undergoes numerous trials and shows incredible resilience and resourcefulness to survive and escape.
• Kalisha - one of the children at The Institute with telekinetic abilities. She becomes a close friend of Luke and helps him in his escape plans.
• Avery Dixon - the youngest of the children at The Institute, possessing telepathic abilities. He plays a key role in Luke's escape thanks to his unique skills.
• Mrs. Sigsby - the director of The Institute, a cruel and ruthless woman who oversees the experiments on the children. She is the main antagonist and a symbol of the heartless system.
• Tim Jamieson - a former policeman who inadvertently becomes involved in the events surrounding The Institute. His encounter with Luke is crucial for uncovering the secrets of The Institute and saving the children.