Character guide

Arthur H. Davies

major

Also known as Davies, Herr Davies, Mr. Davies

The narrator's friend and yachtsman who uncovers a German naval conspiracy.

Carruthers

major

Also known as Dear Carruthers, Herr Carruthers

The narrator, a British diplomat who joins Davies on the Dulcibella.

Dollmann

major

Also known as Herr Dollmann, Frau Dollmann, the Dollmanns

A mysterious German yacht owner with a hidden past and naval connections.

Fräulein Dollmann

supporting

Also known as Clara, Clara Dollmann, Miss Clara

Dollmann's daughter, who becomes a key figure in the intrigue.

Commander von Brüning

supporting

Also known as von Brüning, Brüning, Commander

A German naval officer who hosts Davies and Carruthers.

Herr Böhme

supporting

Also known as Böhme

A German official involved in the naval conspiracy.

Grimm

minor

Also known as Friend Grimm, Herr Grimm

A German acquaintance of Davies who provides local knowledge.

Bartels

minor

Also known as Schiffer Bartels

A German sailor who assists the protagonists.

Karl Schicker

minor

Also known as Karl

A German pilot or guide encountered during the voyage.

Herr Schenkel

minor

A German official met briefly in the islands.

Lieutenant X⸺

minor

Also known as X⸺

A German naval lieutenant involved in the conspiracy.

Carter

minor

A British contact or official mentioned in correspondence.

Lady Ashleigh

minor

A social acquaintance of Carruthers mentioned in passing.

Davis

minor

A minor character or alias referenced in the narrative.

Hans

minor

A German sailor or local encountered briefly.