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Book cover of Rites of the Starling
Rites of the StarlingDevney PerryShield of Sparrows, book 2

Characters in Rites of the Starling

5 characters, main characters first.

Main characters

  • Odessa Cross

    Princess who must escape a kidnapping, protect a young girl, and step into the role of the Guardian.

    Also in Shield of Sparrows

Supporting characters

  • Ransom (Shield of Sparrows)

    Odessa's love interest, known as the Guardian; separated from her for much of the book.

  • Evangeline (Shield of Sparrows)

    Young girl, nicknamed Evie, whom Odessa protects throughout the book.

  • Caspia

    Second viewpoint character whose storyline runs on a parallel timeline.

  • Andreas (Shield of Sparrows)

    Charming figure who develops a connection with Caspia in her parallel timeline.