Meet the Characters
Get to know the people who bring the story to life
Nathan Longton
Main Character
A café owner with a mysterious past, Nathan has always felt something was missing in his life - until he meets Lan. The silver necklace he's worn since childhood turns out to be more than just jewellery, pulling him into a dangerous conspiracy.
Age: 25
Occupation: Café Shop Owner
Key Traits: Steady, Loyal, Courageous, Determined
Lan Nguyen
Main Character
Haunted by a mysterious voice in her head since childhood, Vietnamese university student Lan struggles to maintain control of her own mind. Her silver necklace, identical to Nathan's, connects them in ways neither understands at first.
Age: 21
Occupation: Student (Master's Degree)
Key Traits: Intelligent, Resilient, Determined, Complex
Ollie Longbottom
Main Character
Nathan's childhood friend and computer repair shop owner, Ollie's technical skills prove crucial as the group faces increasingly sophisticated threats.
Age: 25
Occupation: Coder / Hacker
Key Traits: Technical, Complex, Loyal, Conflicted
Marcus Johnston
Main Character
Crude, brilliant, and hiding more than he reveals, Marcus brings technical expertise and moral ambiguity to every situation. His foul‑mouthed exterior and seemingly self‑centred attitude mask unexpected depths and connections to the conspiracy surrounding Nathan and Lan.
Age: 58
Occupation: Retired Scientist
Key Traits: Brilliant, Complex, Morally Ambiguous, Secretive
Henry Clarke
Main Character
Wealthy, sophisticated, and impeccably mannered, Henry Clarke moves through the world with the easy confidence of old money and elite education. His scientific background and apparent interest in both Nathan and Lan raise questions about his connection to their mysterious necklaces.
Age: 60
Occupation: Business Owner / Entrepreneur
Key Traits: Sophisticated, Mysterious, Ambitious, Complex
Leanne Jamerson
Main Character
Vibrant, flirtatious, and seemingly carefree, Leanne is Lan's flatmate who radiates confidence and lives for the moment. With her bubbly personality and focus on enjoying life to its fullest, she initially appears to be just a background character in the unfolding mystery.
Age: 25
Occupation: Student (Master's Degree)
Key Traits: Vibrant, Confident, Complex, Surprising
The Voice
Antagonist
A mysterious presence that has haunted Lan since childhood, claiming divine origins and unprecedented power. What begins as whispers evolves into something far more intrusive and dangerous.
Age: Unknown
Occupation: Unknown
Key Traits: Mysterious, Powerful, Controlling, Omniscient
Andrew Spencer
Supporting Character
Fellow student at school, Andrew represents the normal life Nathan led before meeting Lan. Good‑natured and reliable, he steps in at the café when needed, unaware of the extraordinary events beginning to unfold around Nathan.
Age: 25
Occupation: Barista
Key Traits: Good‑natured, Reliable, Grounding, Observant
Nathan's Adopted Father
Supporting Character
The former owner of the café that has become Nathan's livelihood and pride, his adopted father gifted him not just a business but a legacy of hard work and community connection.
Age: 72
Occupation: Retired (Former Café Owner)
Key Traits: Compassionate, Wise, Hard‑working, Nurturing
Nathan's Adopted Mother
Supporting Character
Warm‑hearted and practical, Nathan's adopted mother worked alongside her husband in the café before it passed to their son. Her nurturing presence and attention to detail helped transform a simple business into a beloved community fixture.
Age: 71
Occupation: Retired
Key Traits: Warm-hearted, Practical, Nurturing, Detail-oriented
Lan's Auntie
Supporting Character
The woman who raised Lan in Vietnam after tragic circumstances changed her childhood, Lan's auntie provided a loving home while nurturing dreams of international education for her niece. Her encouragement played a crucial role in Lan's decision to study in England, believing that a British education would open doors for her future. Though physically distant from the events unfolding in Preston, her influence remains present in Lan's careful nature and respect for education. The silver necklace Lan has worn since childhood connects her to mysteries her auntie may know more about than she's ever revealed, raising questions that linger beneath the surface of their relationship.
Age: 45
Occupation: Housewife
Key Traits: Nurturing, Supportive, Mysterious, Protective
Lan's Uncle
Supporting Character
A steadfast presence in Lan's upbringing in Vietnam, her uncle works as a bank manager and generously funded her education abroad. His practical wisdom and quiet strength helped shape Lan into the determined young woman she became. Before her departure for England, he shared a touching moment with Lan, telling her to look at the moon whenever she felt homesick, for it was the same moon they saw together in Vietnam. This simple yet profound connection to home continues to comfort Lan during difficult times in Preston.
Age: 50
Occupation: Bank Manager
Key Traits: Steadfast, Wise, Generous, Supportive