Lucy represents a 7-year-old character who is always reserved, careful, anxious and afraid. She is humble, loving and seeks to avoid problems but the more she tries to avoid problems, the more she encounters challenges and obstacles. Though she loves her little sister, it is clear from her experiences how annoying younger siblings can be. In this book, Lucy demonstrates that making an effort to step out of her comfort zone despite her beating heart and fears has helped her to become a little stronger for the next battle that she will face.