Characters in "Junk"
- David "Tar" Lawson – protagonist. Abused by his father, he is never proud of taking drugs but becomes a heroin addict.
- Gemma Brogan – a rebellious 14-year-old, Tar's girlfriend, who runs away with him. She becomes a prostitute and a heroin addict.
- Richard – an anarchist and left-wing activist who helps Gemma and Tar find somewhere to live.
- Vonny – motherly anarchist figure who lives with Richard and Jerry, and helps Gemma along the path to rehabilitation.
- Jerry – boyfriend of Vonny lives with Richard and Vonny
- Lily – 16 year old junkie who takes a liking to Gemma. An irresponsible heroin user who becomes a prostitute to support her addiction.
- Rob – scruffy (16 year old) boyfriend of Lily.
- Sal – one of the junkies friends of Lily and Rob.
- Mr & Mrs Brogan – Gemma's parents.
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