Andy is sweet, gentle, innocent, and full of longing for the girl next door. He longs for her, but he's too shy to ever tell her how he really feels. So they keep on keeping on – as best friends and neighbors. Andy Miller, A 15 year old boy from 1963 rural South Carolina lives a simple life. He's got a small town and a small circle of friends. His home is just across the road from his neighbor and childhood friend. He speaks in a slight southern accent.