A cynical fellow student at Nickel who contrasts with Elwood's idealism. He survives the escape attempt, delivers news of Elwood's death to Hattie, assumes Elwood's identity to build a new life, and eventually testifies about the academy's crimes.
Two students from different backgrounds form a deep personal connection at Nickel.
Spencer exercises absolute, violent control over Turner and other Black students.
Turner bears the heavy responsibility of informing Hattie about Elwood's death.
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