Andy McGee is a fictional character from Stephen King's novel, Firestarter. He is a loving father with a special ability known as pyrokinesis, which allows him to create and control fire with his mind. Andy's powers stem from an experiment he participated in during his youth, which also affected his daughter, Charlie McGee. As a protective parent, Andy is determined to keep Charlie safe from those who want to exploit her abilities. His journey is filled with challenges as he navigates the dangers posed by a secret government agency, known as The Shop, that seeks to capture them for their own purposes.