Protagonist and ink setter turned reporter. Traumatized by childhood near-drowning and subsequent family tragedies, he moves to Newfoundland with his aunt and daughter. He gradually rebuilds his life, overcomes professional struggles, and develops a deep relationship with Wavey Prowse. The destruction of his ancestral home symbolizes his liberation from a dark family legacy.
Nolan is Quoyle's distant relative and keeper of family history.
Jack employs Quoyle as a reporter despite his lack of experience.
Billy works alongside Quoyle at the Gammy Bird newspaper.
Tert Card is Quoyle's direct supervisor at the newspaper.
Quoyle and Wavey form a romantic bond built on mutual vulnerability.
Agnis is Quoyle's paternal aunt and primary family survivor.
Quoyle is married to Petal, though the union is strained by her infidelity.
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