Significant Characters
Thomas Builds-the Fire- Spokane story teller who has lived on the Spokane reservation his entire life. He is roughly 30 years old, of average build, with a mildly insecure personality. For his entire life he has been picked on by many members of the reservation. Great story teller, always seeking more knowledge.
Robert Johnson- African American who sold his soul to “the Gentleman” and seeks help at retrieving it in Wellpinit.
Big Mom- Large mysterious Spokane woman who lives atop Wellpinit hill and is rumored to have helped many great musicians make it big.
Victor Joseph- Town bully who becomes the lead guitarist in Coyote Springs using Robert Johnson’s old guitar
Junior Polatkin- Victor’s side-kick. He is good-natured but fails to gain the courage to stand up to Victor. Eventually he becomes the drummer for Coyote Springs.
Chess Warm Water- Flathead Indian who falls for Thomas and joins Coyote Springs. She sings back-up vocals and plays the keyboard.
Checkers Warm Water- Flathead Indian sister of Chess. She falls for much older men, and joins Coyote Springs with her sister to sing back-up vocals as well as play keyboard.
Father Arnold- Middle aged, white Catholic Priest on the reservation who becomes Checkers love interest.
Mr. Sheridan and Mr. Wright- Two mysterious record company executives who offer Coyote Springs the chance of a lifetime.
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