# Scarlet Sister Mary — Character guide

> Key figures in Scarlet Sister Mary by Julia Peterkin.

- [Mary Pinesett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/mary_pinesett.md): The protagonist, a young woman navigating love, faith, and independence in a Gullah community.
- [July Pinesett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/july_pinesett.md): Mary's husband, whose absence and return shape much of her journey.
- [Budda Ben](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/budda_ben.md): A wise, crippled elder who offers counsel and spiritual guidance.
- [Maum Hannah](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/maum_hannah.md): An older matriarchal figure in the community, often advising Mary.
- [Unex](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/unex.md): Mary's young child, a source of joy and responsibility.
- [Andrew](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/andrew.md): A community member and occasional helper to Mary.
- [Brer Dee](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/brer_dee.md): An elderly man who shares stories and wisdom.
- [Cinder](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/cinder.md): A young woman in the community, friend to Mary.
- [June](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/june.md): A community member involved in local events.
- [Daddy Cudjoe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/daddy_cudjoe.md): An elder known for his storytelling and folk wisdom.
- [Seraphine](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/seraphine.md): A spirited woman in the community, often involved in gossip.
- [Keepsie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/keepsie.md): A local man with a minor role in village life.
- [Si May](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/si_may.md): A community member, possibly a relative of Mary.
- [Auntie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/auntie.md): An older woman who interacts with Mary occasionally.
- [Big Boy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/big_boy.md): A young man in the community, known for his strength.
- [Jedus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/jedus.md): A local figure, possibly a nickname for Jesus in dialect.
- [Reverend Duncan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/reverend_duncan.md): A preacher who leads church services in the community.
- [Black Annie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/black_annie.md): A woman with a troubled past, briefly mentioned.
- [Honey](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/honey.md): A minor character, possibly a child or nickname.
- [Tom](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/tom.md): A man mentioned in passing in village affairs.
- [Gabriel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/scarlet_sister_mary_se/characters/gabriel.md): Biblical figure mentioned in religious context.

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