👤 François Martel Born: 23 March 1810 Age: 41 Role: Father Occupation:Former Shipwright
A quiet, strong man once employed in Guernsey’s shipyards. Now takes occasional repair work on boats. Known for his deep respect for the sea and fierce loyalty to his family.
👩 Elise Martel (née Le Page) Born: 19 September 1814 Age: 36 Role: Mother Occupation:Herbalist and Laundress
Resourceful and wise, Elise is known along Cornet Street for her healing remedies and no-nonsense approach to life. She runs a tight household while helping others.
🧵 Marie Martel(Narrator) Born: 3 February 1831 Age: 20 Role: Eldest Daughter Occupation:Seamstress and Diarist
Introspective, literate, and curious. Marie writes weekly observations of street life and events, blending fact with feeling. She is the family’s quiet heart and chronicler.
🪚 Jean Martel Born: 27 October 1836 Age: 14 Role: Eldest Son Occupation:Carpenter’s Apprentice
Hard-working and thoughtful. Though apprenticed to a carpenter, Jean is often drawn to ideas of travel and learning. Protective of his sisters and quiet in crowds.
Gentle and artistic, Céleste enjoys drawing and reading. She’s often found staring out windows, sketching life on Cornet Street or dreaming of the coast.
⚓ Luc Martel Born: 2 December 1845 Age: 5 Role: Youngest Son Occupation:Explorer (in training)
Bright-eyed and full of mischief, Luc idolizes his older siblings and is constantly pretending to be a sailor, soldier, or anything that sounds adventurous.
