A clumsy, introverted seventeen-year-old girl who moves from sunny Phoenix to the rainy town of Forks to live with her father. She describes herself as an outsider and is initially unhappy about the move but tries to make the best of it for her mother's sake.

The Chief of Police in Forks and Bella's quiet, well-meaning father. He is delighted to have his daughter live with him and buys her a truck to help her settle in, though he often struggles to express his emotions outwardly.

A stunningly beautiful and mysterious student at Forks High School who initially reacts with open hostility toward Bella. He possesses bronze hair, strange abilities, and an inhumanly cold touch, keeping a deliberate distance from everyone in town.

A brilliant and compassionate surgeon at the local hospital and the adoptive father of the Cullen siblings. He is described as young and strikingly handsome, with a calming presence that earns him the respect of the Forks community.

One of Edward's adoptive sisters, described as pixie-like, graceful, and deeply intuitive. She is in a relationship with Jasper Hale and stands out for her strange, fluid movements and cheerful, yet slightly odd, demeanor.

Edward's adoptive sister, described by Bella as the most beautiful person she has ever seen with a statue-esque figure. She appears aloof and intimidating to other students and is openly hostile toward Bella's presence.

One of the Cullen siblings, known for his honey-blond hair, lean build, and constantly on-edge appearance. He often stays close to Alice Cullen and possesses the family's distinct golden eyes and pale skin.

The burliest and most muscular of the Cullen siblings, often described as looking like a weightlifter. He is intimidating in size, is in a relationship with Rosalie Hale, and typically follows the lead of his siblings in social situations.

A friendly, happy-go-lucky fifteen-year-old boy from the nearby Quileute reservation who is mechanically inclined. He has a crush on Bella and is eager to spend time with her, often telling her tribal legends that he believes are just ghost stories.

A lethal and sadistic tracker vampire who travels with a nomadic coven and views hunting as a game. He becomes obsessed with pursuing challenging prey and has a predatory, cat-like demeanor.

A red-headed, feline-like member of James's nomadic coven and his mate. She assists him in his hunts and possesses a chaotic, wild appearance compared to the refined Cullens.

The temporary spokesperson for the nomadic coven of vampires, distinguished by his dark hair and olive skin. He appears more civilized and reasonable than his companions but holds no loyalty to the Cullens' lifestyle.