# Murder in the Gunroom — Character guide

> Key figures in Murder in the Gunroom by H. Beam Piper.

- [Jeff Rand](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/jeff_rand.md): A retired colonel and gun collector who becomes embroiled in a murder investigation.
- [Arnold Rivers](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/arnold_rivers.md): A gun dealer and friend of Lane Fleming, found dead in the gunroom.
- [Lane Fleming](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/lane_fleming.md): A wealthy gun collector whose murder sets the story in motion.
- [Gladys Fleming](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/gladys_fleming.md): Lane Fleming's widow, who becomes a suspect in his murder.
- [Fred Dunmore](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/fred_dunmore.md): A friend of Lane Fleming and fellow gun collector, involved in the case.
- [Stephen Gresham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/stephen_gresham.md): A young man with a connection to the Fleming family and the murder.
- [Humphrey Goode](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/humphrey_goode.md): A lawyer and friend of the Fleming family, involved in the investigation.
- [Pierre Jarrett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/pierre_jarrett.md): A young man with a romantic interest in Gladys Fleming.
- [Walters](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/walters.md): The Fleming family butler, who discovers the body.
- [Dave Ritter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/dave_ritter.md): A friend of Jeff Rand and a gun expert who assists in the investigation.
- [Nelda Dunmore](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/nelda_dunmore.md): Fred Dunmore's wife, who has her own secrets.
- [Mick McKenna](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/mick_mckenna.md): A police sergeant investigating the murder.
- [Anton Varcek](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/anton_varcek.md): A Czech immigrant and gunmaker with a connection to the case.
- [Geraldine Varcek](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/geraldine_varcek.md): Anton Varcek's wife, who is protective of her husband.
- [Karen Lawrence](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/karen_lawrence.md): A secretary at the Fleming estate with knowledge of the family.
- [Carl Gwinnett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/carl_gwinnett.md): A gun collector and acquaintance of Lane Fleming.
- [Cecil Gillis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/cecil_gillis.md): A young man who works for the Fleming family.
- [Philip Cabot](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/philip_cabot.md): A friend of Jeff Rand and a fellow gun enthusiast.
- [Mr. Farnsworth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/mr_farnsworth.md): The district attorney investigating the murder.
- [Aarvo Kavaalen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/aarvo_kavaalen.md): A police corporal assisting in the investigation.
- [Mrs. Rivers](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/mrs_rivers.md): Arnold Rivers' widow, who is questioned about her husband's death.
- [Gus Olsen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/gus_olsen.md): A local police officer involved in the case.
- [Elmer Umholtz](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/elmer_umholtz.md): A gunsmith who provides information about the murder weapon.
- [Carter Tipton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/carter_tipton.md): A friend of Lane Fleming and a gun collector.
- [Irene Gresham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/irene_gresham.md): Stephen Gresham's wife, who is concerned about her husband's involvement.
- [Kathie O'Grady](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/kathie_ogrady.md): A young woman with a connection to the Fleming household.
- [Adam Trehearne](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/adam_trehearne.md): A friend of Jeff Rand who provides information about guns.
- [Dot Gresham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/dot_gresham.md): Stephen Gresham's sister, who is involved in the family drama.
- [Mr. Kirchner](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/mr_kirchner.md): A gun dealer who had dealings with Lane Fleming.
- [Mrs. Jarrett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/mrs_jarrett.md): Pierre Jarrett's mother, who is concerned about her son.
- [Mr. Dunmore](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/mr_dunmore.md): Fred Dunmore's father, a minor character in the story.
- [Mrs. Dunmore](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/mrs_dunmore.md): Fred Dunmore's mother, a minor character.
- [Mrs. Gwinnett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/mrs_gwinnett.md): Carl Gwinnett's wife, who appears briefly.
- [Mr. Verral](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/mr_verral.md): A minor character who provides information to the police.
- [Dorothy Gresham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/murder_in_the_gunroom_se/characters/dorothy_gresham.md): Another member of the Gresham family, mentioned briefly.

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