Characters

A prolific owner of local brands, including the 'Joe Fresh' clothing line and Joe School.

A history teacher who returned to work at her parents' school, balancing her former dreams of academia with the practicalities of local education.

A cryptic local newspaper columnist and spiritual guide who claims to be the only living resident to have undergone one of the Seven Miracles.

A dedicated civil servant whose work as the town controller (comptroller?) makes him a prime candidate for local honors.