Flower

Seventeen-year-old Erica leads a vigilante circle that traps sexual predators and extorts money, all while trying to bail her father out of jail. She is impulsive, socially savvy, and willing to push moral boundaries to achieve her goals. Her charm and ruthlessness mask a longing for belonging and affection, especially from Luke. The story follows how her choices spiral into hazardous consequences for herself and others.

A fellow member of Erica's vigilante crew who assists in their schemes and often records events. She shares a readiness to take risks and participate in extortion, illustrating the group’s escalating moral threshold. Alli embodies a loyal but reckless ally whose actions amplify the dangers the group faces. Her involvement tests the limits of loyalty versus accountability.

Erica's mother, largely unbothered by her daughter's promiscuity but disappointed that Erica rejects her new partner Bob. Laurie's complexity lies in balancing care with frustration as family dynamics become strained by Erica's actions. She represents conventional parental expectations clashing with a daughter's rebellious independence. Her reactions anchor the family’s emotional backdrop as events unfold.

A former middle school teacher who becomes a target after being accused of molestation. Fired and divorced, his past is a flashpoint in the group’s plan, and he embodies the complexities of reputation, controversy, and resilience under scrutiny. He recounts a devastating personal history that blurs the line between victim and perpetrator in the eyes of the other characters. His fate catalyzes crucial revelations that shift the moral landscape of the story.

A member of Erica's circle who participates in their schemes and contributes to the group’s plans. Kala demonstrates the group’s camaraderie as well as the willingness to engage in risky behavior for a perceived sense of power and belonging. Her role helps illustrate how peer influence shapes decisions under pressure. She remains a pragmatic participant in the escalating danger.

An emotionally troubled 18-year-old who has recently left rehab and comes to live with Erica's family. He participates reluctantly in the group's schemes and develops a complicated bond with Erica. Luke reveals a troubling past that undermines trust, ultimately confessing painful truths while wrestling with loyalty and affection. His arc exposes how vulnerability can drive both protection and harm.

Erica's mother's new boyfriend who has a son living with them. He provides a stabilizing adult presence in a house overshadowed by adolescent turmoil, yet his role is defined by the tension between care and the disruptions caused by the vigilante actions. His relationship with Laurie and Luke adds another layer of complexity to the family dynamics. He remains a steady, if sometimes strained, parental figure.