Doctor No characters

Appears from the start

The head of the British Secret Service station in Jamaica. While investigating suspicious activity around Crab Key, he and his secretary are murdered at the opening of the book and made to appear to have disappeared together.

Appears from the start

Strangways's capable secretary at the Jamaican station. She maintains radio contact with London and is killed as part of the same operation that removes Strangways.

First appears in chapter 2

A British Secret Service agent newly recovered from severe poisoning on his previous assignment. M sends him to Jamaica to examine the unexplained loss of the local station, presenting the mission as a relatively gentle return to duty.

First appears in chapter 2

The head of the British Secret Service and Bond's superior. Doubtful about Bond's judgment after his recent injury, he orders a change of sidearm and gives him what appears to be a straightforward inquiry in Jamaica.

Also known as Major Boothroyd

First appears in chapter 2

The Secret Service's firearms expert. At M's request he evaluates Bond's preferred pistol and equips him with a Walther PPK and a heavier revolver for future field work.

First appears in chapter 4

A man waiting at Kingston airport who claims to be Bond's official driver. Bond quickly notices signs that the reception has been arranged by someone other than the colonial authorities.

First appears in chapter 5

The Colonial Secretary in Jamaica and Bond's principal official contact. He provides Strangways's files and local information, including the missing officer's concern about Crab Key and its secretive owner.

First appears in chapter 5

Pleydell-Smith's secretary, outwardly efficient and helpful to Bond during his inquiries. She has access to official information about his movements and his interest in Crab Key.

Also known as Julius No

First appears in chapter 5

The reclusive owner of Crab Key, where he runs a large guano operation. Local authorities regard him as private and formidable; Strangways had begun investigating the island after bird wardens there died and their camp was destroyed.

First appears in chapter 6

A Cayman Islander, skilled fisherman, and trusted friend from Bond's earlier Jamaican mission. He knows the local waters and agrees to help Bond approach Crab Key secretly despite its armed guards and dangerous reputation.

First appears in chapter 8

A young woman who lives independently and earns money collecting rare shells. Bond encounters her on Crab Key's beach, where her familiarity with the island and refusal to be intimidated complicate his covert landing.