The lighthouse keeper's son
Eighteen, and sure his father did not drown. He wants the journal back.
Market girl
Sells what the sailors bring ashore and remembers every story that comes with it.
Old Moor, fisherman
Mialy's uncle. He knows where the wrecks lie and keeps quiet about most of it.
Captain of Le Spectre Noir
The most feared pirate in the Indian Ocean. He has the journal and wants the rest.
Koto's nephew, diver
Moves through the mud like a shadow and holds his breath longer than anyone on the island.
Fisherman and healer
Zahir's old shipmate, living deep in the mangroves. He knows the old words.
The keeper's widow
For a year she has set an extra bowl at supper. She keeps one thing hidden under her shawl.
Quartermaster of Le Spectre Noir
La Buse's right hand. A scar across his cheek and no patience for thieves.