# The Sea Mystery — Character guide

> Key figures in The Sea Mystery by Freeman Wills Crofts.

- [Inspector French](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_french.md): The Scotland Yard detective investigating the mysterious death and crate shipment.
- [Mrs. Berlyn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mrs_berlyn.md): A key figure in the Berlyn family, deeply involved in the unfolding mystery.
- [Stanley Pyke](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_pyke.md): A partner in the Berlyn & Pyke firm, whose death sets the plot in motion.
- [Jefferson Pyke](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/jefferson_pyke.md): The deceased senior partner of Berlyn & Pyke, whose body is found in a crate.
- [Colonel Domlio](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/colonel_domlio.md): A retired military man living on Dartmoor who becomes involved in the case.
- [John Gurney](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/gurney.md): A night watchman who provides crucial information about the crate's dispatch.
- [Mr. Berlyn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_berlyn.md): The surviving partner of Berlyn & Pyke, father of Phyllis and Charles.
- [Mr. Morgan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_morgan.md): A businessman who first discovers the mysterious crate and reports it.
- [Sergeant Daw](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/sergeant_daw.md): A local police sergeant assisting French with the investigation.
- [Mr. Fogden](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_fogden.md): A shipping clerk involved in the dispatch of the crate.
- [Makepeace](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/makepeace.md): A young man who works at the shipping office and provides testimony.
- [Mrs. Burt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mrs_burt.md): A housekeeper or landlady who gives evidence about the Pyke household.
- [Mrs. Billing](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mrs_billing.md): A neighbor or acquaintance who provides background on the Berlyn family.
- [Lizzie Johnston](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/lizzie_johnston.md): A maid or servant in the Berlyn household who gives key testimony.
- [Sergeant Carter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/sergeant_carter.md): A police sergeant who assists French during the investigation.
- [Alfred Beer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/alfred_beer.md): A local man who helps with the crate and becomes a suspect.
- [Charles Berlyn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/charles_berlyn.md): The son of Mr. Berlyn, who has a troubled relationship with his family.
- [Phyllis Considine](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/phyllis_considine.md): A young woman connected to the Berlyn family and the mystery.
- [Dr. Lancaster](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/dr_lancaster.md): A doctor who examines the body and provides medical evidence.
- [Evan Morgan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/evan_morgan.md): A relative or associate of Mr. Morgan who becomes involved in the case.
- [Sergeant Nield](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/sergeant_nield.md): A police sergeant working under French on the investigation.
- [Tom Manners](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/tom_manners.md): A detective or assistant who helps French with experimental detection.
- [Mrs. Welsh](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mrs_welsh.md): A woman connected to the Pyke family who provides key information.
- [Mr. Illingworth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_illingworth.md): A solicitor or businessman involved in the Berlyn & Pyke affairs.
- [Mr. Evans](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_evans.md): A local resident who provides information about the crate's journey.
- [Inspector Tanner](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/inspector_tanner.md): A police inspector who collaborates with French on the case.
- [Superintendent Howells](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/superintendent_howells.md): A senior police officer overseeing the investigation.
- [Mr. Shrubsole](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_shrubsole.md): A minor character who appears in connection with the case.
- [Mr. Ganope](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_ganope.md): A businessman or associate of the Pyke family.
- [Dr. Crowth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/dr_crowth.md): A doctor who provides medical expertise during the investigation.
- [William Service](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/william_service.md): A railway or shipping employee involved in the crate's transport.
- [Peter Swann](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/peter_swann.md): A minor character who appears in the later stages of the investigation.
- [Mr. Hawkins](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_hawkins.md): A minor witness or resident questioned by French.
- [Constable David Jenkins](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/constable_david_jenkins.md): A local constable who assists with the investigation on Dartmoor.
- [Coombe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/coombe.md): A local resident or worker who provides information about the area.
- [Mr. Cooke](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_cooke.md): A minor character who appears in connection with the shipping firm.
- [Mr. Cowls](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_cowls.md): A business associate or employee of the Berlyn & Pyke firm.
- [Mr. James S. Stephenson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_james_stephenson.md): A businessman who provides information about the Pyke family.
- [Sergeant Harvey](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/sergeant_harvey.md): A police sergeant who assists French during the investigation.
- [Mr. William Wright](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_william_wright.md): A minor witness or resident questioned by the police.
- [Mr. Daw](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_daw.md): A relative or associate of Sergeant Daw, possibly a witness.
- [Mee](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mee.md): A minor character who appears briefly in the narrative.
- [John Burt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/john_burt.md): A relative of Mrs. Burt who provides additional testimony.
- [Mr. James Hurley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_james_hurley.md): A minor character who appears in connection with the case.
- [Molesworth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/molesworth.md): A minor character mentioned in relation to the Berlyn family.
- [Mr. John F. Stewart](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_stewart.md): A mysterious figure whose identity becomes important to the plot.
- [Superintendent Griffiths](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/superintendent_griffiths.md): A senior police officer who appears briefly in the investigation.
- [Major Lloyd](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/major_lloyd.md): A military man who provides information about the Dartmoor area.
- [Sergeant Jefferies](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/sergeant_jefferies.md): A police sergeant who assists French during the investigation.
- [Mr. Nankivell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/mr_nankivell.md): A minor character who appears in connection with the shipping firm.
- [Sergeant Deane](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_sea_mystery_se/characters/sergeant_deane.md): A police sergeant who appears briefly in the investigation.

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