Who is Frances Scott? How does she come to marry Josiah Cole? What is Frances' reasoning behind agreeing to the proposal?

Who is Josiah Cole? What is his life like prior to meeting Frances? What is it that drives him to marry her? What is his life like after their marriage? What role does Frances play in his ambitions?

Who is Sarah Cole? Compare the similarities and differences between Sarah and Frances, including their fear of poverty and their roles in the life of Josiah Cole.

What is Mehuru's life like prior to being captured? What does he believe will happen when his identity is made known? What is his role in the Cole household? What is it about his former life in Africa that makes him suited to some aspects of his new life and completely unsuited to others?

Who is Sir Charles...