Character Tree

Gabriella was the light of her grandfather's life - and his death was a devastating experience for Gabby and the rest of her family. In the wake of his passing, the Lombardis must face life without their patriarch, and without their only daughter, who has at last found the strength to fly the family coop, and find her own way in college.

Alice is a gifted home-schooled student with a natural affinity for mathematics - but a passion for the arts. Alice has led a sheltered, but not hermetic life, so while very intellectual, she is slightly stunted socially. She knows she is a budding math genius, but does not want to follow that path.

Chris Hallstrom is a high school golden boy and champion Quarterback. Handsome and popular, Chris has lead the life everyone dreams of - wealth, popularity, loving parents. But will he lose his shine when confronted with having to be a smaller fish in a bigger pond?

Jake has always been the underdog. No money, no handouts, no advantages. His mother is a waitress at a local diner - trying hard, but worn down and beaten by life. The father is unknown. Jake has always had massive ambition. He sees education as a way out and is tireless is his efforts to promote himself - after all, a career in politics is not easy to come by.

Aiah has fond memories of a peaceful childhood - a loving mother, a stern but supportive father, a bucolic village lifestyle - but it was all snatched away from him, as his life tumbled down an ever-darkening path. Adopted by a nice Minnesotan family, Aiah's mental scars have finally been allowed to heal. But will he ever be able to trust those around him - and himself?

Allison is hot - and she knows it. It is her stock in trade. She knows the good life, and she would never give it up without a fight. But sometimes the past has a way of catching up, no matter how fast you drive.