Toilers of the Sea

Main Characters and Their Development

• Gilliatt — the main character, a fisherman and mechanic living on the island of Guernsey. He is a man of strong will and great courage, capable of heroic deeds for love. His character evolves from a reclusive and lonely man to a hero willing to sacrifice himself to save others.
• Déruchette — a young woman, the niece of Monsieur Lethierry, whom Gilliatt loves. She is kind and gentle, but her love for Gilliatt is not as strong as his for her. Her character develops from a naive girl to a woman aware of her feelings and responsibilities.
• Monsieur Lethierry — Déruchette's uncle, the owner of the steamship "Durande." He is a kind and fair man, but sometimes too trusting. His character evolves from a confident entrepreneur to a man experiencing severe trials and losses.
• Clubin — the antagonist, a smuggler and villain who tries to thwart Gilliatt. His character does not undergo significant changes, remaining cruel and cunning throughout the book.