Sixteen-year-old American-born protagonist who initially despises life in rural Ireland and dreams of returning to New York. He works for a local bookie, starts an illegal pornography import business from London, and gradually gains confidence and a new appreciation for Irish life.
James and Pete are brothers living together in Ireland.
The plot identifies Pete as James's younger brother, and both were sent to Ireland after their mother died.
James and Tom form an unlikely friendship.
Tom is explicitly described as one of James's two friends, and James recognizes the good beneath Tom's grouchy commentary.
James initially works within Bill the Bookie's betting operation.
James tries to earn money by working for the local bookie, Bill the Bookie.
Bill the Breaker enforces Bill the Bookie's demands through intimidation.
Bill the Breaker is sent to collect money with violence and beats James in the racetrack toilet.
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