Flipped Character Analysis

Bryce Loski

Bryce Loski, Rick and Patsy’s son and Lynetta’s little brother, is one of Flipped’s two protagonists. His story begins as a shy, conflict-averse second grader afraid of his bold new neighbor, Juli… read analysis of Bryce Loski

Juli Baker

The plucky Juli Baker, Robert and Trina’s daughter and Matt and Mike’s younger sister, is one of the novel’s two protagonists. The story follows her from second to eighth grade as she navigates… read analysis of Juli Baker

Rick Loski

Rick Loski is Bryce and Lynetta’s father and Patsy’s husband. Handsome, slick, and arrogant, he aligns with a more toxic brand of masculinity that prizes dominance and belittles vulnerability. While he initially presents… read analysis of Rick Loski

Robert Baker

Robert Baker is Juli, Matt, and Mike’s father and Trina’s husband. He works as a mason and often takes on overtime hours to help his family make ends meet. But in his… read analysis of Robert Baker

Chet

Bryce’s grandfather and Patsy’s father, Chet Duncan moves in with the Loskis during Bryce’s seventh-grade year. From his seat at the front window, he often watches the Bakers’ yard, eventually stepping in… read analysis of Chet

Patsy Loski

Patsy Loski is Bryce and Lynetta’s mother, Rick’s wife, and Chet’s daughter. She’s depicted as a good mom who loves her kids, but as the novel progresses, it is revealed that she’s… read analysis of Patsy Loski

Trina Baker

Trina Baker is Juli, Matt, and Mike’s mom and Robert’s wife. Hardworking and sensible, she functions as the backbone of the Baker family. She works part-time jobs, all the while ensuring her… read analysis of Trina Baker

Uncle David

Uncle David is Juli’s uncle and Robert’s younger brother. He was born with the umbilical cord wrapped too tightly around his neck, and he suffers from an intellectual disability as a result. The… read analysis of Uncle David

Garrett

Garrett is Bryce’s longtime best friend, but their relationship is largely shallow. Garrett proves himself to be judgmental, especially about Juli. He’s more interested in girls like Shelly Stalls and encourages Bryce to… read analysis of Garrett

Matt and Mike Baker

Juli’s older brothers, Matt and Mike, aren’t twins, but they’re both close in age to Lynetta. Though good-natured, they share a loud, restless energy and play in a local rock band called Mystery… read analysis of Matt and Mike Baker

Shelly Stalls

Shelly Stalls is a superficial, popular student who goes to school with Bryce and Juli. Juli and Shelly are locked in a longstanding rivalry, fueled partly by Juli’s hatred of Shelly’s big, “poofy” hair… read analysis of Shelly Stalls

Lynetta Loski

Lynetta Loski, Bryce’s older sister, is four years his senior and the daughter of Rick and Patsy. Sarcastic, brooding, and often annoyed, she fits the stereotype of the rebellious teenager. She spends time… read analysis of Lynetta Loski

Jenny

Jenny, nicknamed “Jumbo Jenny,” is an unpopular student at Bryce and Juli’s junior high school. At the basket boy auction, Bryce fears Jenny will bid on his basket, so he sucks up to the… read analysis of Jenny

Renée

Renée is Chet’s late wife, Bryce’s grandmother, and Patsy’s mother. Though she doesn’t appear directly in the novel, Chet likens her headstrong, passionate spirit to Juli’s. In this sense, Renée is… read analysis of Renée

Minor Characters

Mrs. Stueby

Mrs. Stueby is one of Juli’s older neighbors. When she realizes that Juli has six hens, she encourages her to collect their eggs and sell them to her and other neighbors. Ultimately, collecting and selling eggs gives Juli a greater sense of freedom and personal pride.

Mr. Finnegan

Mr. Finnegan is the Bakers’ absentee landlord, and he never appears directly in the novel. His neglect leaves Robert and Trina’s yard in disarray, prompting Juli to task herself with making it beautiful again after Bryce cruelly points out that it’s an eyesore.

Jon Trulock

Jon Trulock is a quiet, mild-mannered student at Juli and Bryce’s junior high school. Juli nominates him to be one of the eighth grade “basket boys,” choosing him over Bryce. She bids on his basket at the auction because she fears no one else will.

Mrs. Brubeck

Mrs. Brubeck is Juli’s fifth grade teacher. She convinces Juli to hatch chicken eggs for the science fair and guides her throughout the process.

Flipped Characters