Main Characters:
* Kyle Kingsbury: A handsome, arrogant, and cruel high school senior who is cursed to become a beastly creature.
* Linda: A kind, artistic, and compassionate girl who becomes Kyle's only friend and confidante.
* The Witch: A mysterious, powerful woman who casts the curse on Kyle.
* Joe: Kyle's best friend, who initially supports Kyle's cruelty but later realizes the error of his ways.
* Lisa: A popular and attractive girl whom Kyle initially pursues but eventually rejects.
Secondary Characters:
* Kyle's Father: A wealthy and influential man who tries to help his son but ultimately fails to understand him.
* Kyle's Mother: A beautiful and distant woman who is emotionally unavailable to Kyle.
* Linda's Mother: A loving and supportive mother who encourages Linda's artistic pursuits.
* Linda's Father: A kind and understanding man who tries to protect Linda from the dangers of Kyle.
Key Characters in the "Beauty" Story:
* Beauty: The protagonist of the classic fairy tale who falls in love with the Beast. In "Beastly," this character represents Linda.
* The Beast: The cursed prince in the fairy tale who must learn to be kind and selfless. This character represents Kyle.
The book explores the themes of love, redemption, inner beauty, and the power of transformation. It is a retelling of the classic fairy tale "Beauty and the Beast" with a contemporary twist.