# Little Caesar — Character guide

> Key figures in Little Caesar by W. R. Burnett.

- [Rico](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/rico.md): Ambitious gangster who rises through the criminal underworld of Little Caesar.
- [Sam Vettori](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/sam_vettori.md): Old-school gang leader who mentors and clashes with Rico.
- [Joe Sansone](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/joe_sansone.md): Loyal henchman and close associate of Rico.
- [Ramón Otero](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/ramon_otero.md): Rival gangster and frequent antagonist to Rico.
- [Tony Passa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/tony_passa.md): Gang member involved in the criminal operations.
- [Joe Massara](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/joe_massara.md): A refined gangster with a gentlemanly demeanor.
- [Little Arnie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/little_arnie.md): Small-time crook and informant within the gang.
- [Blondy Belle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/blondy_belle.md): Gangster's moll and love interest in the underworld.
- [Jim Flaherty](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/jim_flaherty.md): Police detective pursuing the criminal gang.
- [Sicily Pete](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/sicily_pete.md): Powerful gangster from Sicily with a fearsome reputation.
- [Killer Pepi](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/killer_pepi.md): Enforcer and hitman for the criminal organization.
- [Scabby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/scabby.md): Low-level gang member with a rough appearance.
- [Chiggi](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/chiggi.md): Aging gangster who provides counsel to younger members.
- [Big Boy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/big_boy.md): Overweight gangster known for his brute strength.
- [Chicago Red](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/chicago_red.md): Gangster from Chicago with a fiery temper.
- [Mr. Willoughby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/mr_willoughby.md): Respectable businessman entangled with the gang.
- [Olga Stassoff](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/olga_stassoff.md): Dancer and romantic interest of a gang member.
- [Bat Carillo](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/bat_carillo.md): Gangster known for his quick fists and loyalty.
- [Mr. DeVoss](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/mr_devoss.md): Wealthy figure involved in criminal financing.
- [Seal Skin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/seal_skin.md): Smooth-talking gangster with a flashy style.
- [Sansotta](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/sansotta.md): Italian gangster with ties to the old neighborhood.
- [Blackie Avezzano](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/blackie_avezzano.md): Gang member known for his dark hair and temper.
- [Joe Peeper](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/joe_peeper.md): Nervous lookout and informant for the gang.
- [Ma Magdalena](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/ma_magdalena.md): Elderly matriarch who runs a boarding house for criminals.
- [Ottavio Vettori](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/ottavio_vettori.md): Son of Sam Vettori, caught between family and crime.
- [Spike Rieger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/spike_rieger.md): German-American gangster with a violent streak.
- [Kid Bean](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/kid_bean.md): Young upstart gangster eager to prove himself.
- [The Sheeny](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/the_sheeny.md): Jewish gangster involved in racketeering.
- [Ritz Colonna](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/ritz_colonna.md): Fashionable gangster with connections to high society.
- [Crabby Louis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/crabby_louis.md): Irritable gangster who runs a speakeasy.
- [Father McConagha](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/father_mcconagha.md): Priest who ministers to the criminal community.
- [Cesare Bandello](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/cesare_bandello.md): Italian immigrant drawn into the gang life.
- [Steve Gollancz](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/steve_gollancz.md): Bookie and gambling operator for the syndicate.
- [Jastrow](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/jastrow.md): Jewish lawyer who represents gang interests.
- [Courtney](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/courtney.md): Police captain leading the investigation into the gang.
- [Joseph Pavlovsky](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/joseph_pavlovsky.md): Russian immigrant involved in the underworld.
- [The Greek](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/the_greek.md): Mysterious foreign gangster with shadowy connections.
- [Paul](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/paul.md): Young gang member and driver for the outfit.
- [Antonio Passalacqua](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/antonio_passalacqua.md): Italian grocer who fronts for illegal operations.
- [Red Hackett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/red_hackett.md): Red-haired gangster with a quick trigger finger.
- [Mrs. Passalacqua](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/mrs_passalacqua.md): Wife of Antonio, caught in the criminal crossfire.
- [Louis De Angelo](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/louis_de_angelo.md): Italian gangster with a flair for violence.
- [Jesus McConagha](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/jesus_mcconagha.md): Mexican-American gangster with a religious streak.
- [Red Gus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/red_gus.md): Aging gangster with a fondness for whiskey.
- [James Michael O'Doul](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/james_michael_odoul.md): Irish gangster and rival to the Italian mob.
- [Reilley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/reilley.md): Irish cop on the take from the syndicate.
- [Eschelman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/eschelman.md): German-American gangster with a quiet demeanor.
- [Handsome](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/handsome.md): Good-looking gangster who charms the ladies.
- [Mr. Arnold Worch](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/mr_arnold_worch.md): Businessman who launders money for the mob.
- [Mr. McClure](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/little_caesar_se/characters/mr_mcclure.md): Newspaper editor covering the crime beat.

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