Protagonist and narrator, a Los Angeles street prostitute attempting to escape her life and controlling pimp, Blake. An ex-wife of an abusive alcoholic, she navigates dangerous encounters, forms a brief intellectual friendship with Katie, and finds unexpected rescue from Rasta. Ultimately, she survives a violent confrontation and walks away from her past.
Rasta intervenes violently to save Liz from Blake's lethal attack.
Katie provides emotional support and intellectual companionship to Liz.
Blake manages Liz's prostitution and exerts strict control over her.
Liz's former husband, whose marriage ended due to his violence.
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