# Short Fiction — Character guide

> Key figures in Short Fiction by Catherine Louisa Pirkis.

- [Lettice Tremarten](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/lettice_tremarten.md): A young woman at the center of the story, whose disappearance drives the plot.
- [Lord Hardcastle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/lord_hardcastle.md): A nobleman with a keen interest in Lettice, involved in the central mystery.
- [Mr. Warden](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/mr_warden.md): Lettice's father, concerned about her disappearance and the family's troubles.
- [Frank Varley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/frank_varley.md): A young man connected to the Warden family, with a troubled past.
- [Captain Ivie McCormack](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/captain_ivie_mccormack.md): A charismatic but dubious captain with ties to several characters.
- [Amy Warden](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/amy_warden.md): Lettice's sister, who becomes entangled in the unfolding events.
- [Aunt Rosamond](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/aunt_rosamond.md): An elderly relative of the Wardens, offering wisdom and concern.
- [Fay](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/fay.md): A mysterious woman whose presence affects several characters.
- [Helen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/helen.md): A young girl, possibly related to the main cast, with a gentle nature.
- [Lilla McCormack](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/lilla_mccormack.md): Captain McCormack's sister, caught between family loyalty and others.
- [Val Thorndyke](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/val_thorndyke.md): A young man with a connection to the central circle of characters.
- [The Professor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/the_professor.md): An academic figure who becomes involved in the mystery.
- [Beatrix Harley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/beatrix_harley.md): A woman of some standing, connected to the main events.
- [Rhea Crossley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/rhea_crossley.md): A young woman whose story intersects with the others.
- [Isola](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/isola.md): A character with a distinct presence, possibly linked to the main plot.
- [Caleb](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/caleb.md): An older servant or retainer, providing local color and information.
- [Dr. Herron](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/dr_herron.md): A physician, possibly with a role in the mystery.
- [Lady Glencross](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/lady_glencross.md): A noblewoman, possibly a relative or acquaintance of the main cast.
- [The Doctor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/the_doctor.md): A medical professional attending to various characters.
- [Piers](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/piers.md): A character who appears in the narrative, possibly a servant or local.
- [The Captain](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/the_captain.md): A generic captain, possibly distinct from Ivie McCormack.
- [Tom Williams](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/tom_williams.md): A young man, possibly a suitor or friend of the family.
- [Miss Warden](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/miss_warden.md): A female member of the Warden family, possibly Lettice or Amy.
- [Guy Harley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/guy_harley.md): A relative of Beatrix, involved in the events.
- [Mattie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/mattie.md): A young servant or local girl, appearing in various scenes.
- [Lord Carthewe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/lord_carthewe.md): A nobleman, possibly a background figure.
- [Ivie McCormack](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/ivie_mccormack_dup.md): Duplicate cluster for Captain Ivie McCormack, merged.
- [Lord Lochiel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/lord_lochiel.md): A Scottish nobleman, possibly a minor character.
- [Jack](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/jack.md): A character, possibly a servant or local, appearing in the later chapters.
- [Mr. Hill](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/mr_hill.md): A detective involved in the investigation.
- [Mary Burton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/mary_burton.md): A woman with a minor role, possibly a servant or acquaintance.
- [Miss Kempe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/miss_kempe.md): A woman of some importance in the subplot.
- [Aunt Judith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/aunt_judith.md): An elderly aunt, possibly of the Wardens or another family.
- [Mrs. Varley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/mrs_varley.md): Frank Varley's mother, a background figure.
- [Owen Tremarten](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/owen_tremarten.md): A relative of Lettice, possibly a brother or cousin.
- [Lady Elizabeth Mackreth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/lady_elizabeth_mackreth.md): A noblewoman, possibly connected to the main cast.
- [Lucy Williams](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/lucy_williams.md): A woman with a past, possibly related to Tom Williams.
- [Maggie Forbes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/maggie_forbes.md): A young woman, possibly a friend or acquaintance.
- [Matthews](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/matthews.md): An older servant or local, providing background.
- [Mr. Rosneath](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/mr_rosneath.md): A character with a minor role, possibly a professional.
- [Lord Chenevix](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/lord_chenevix.md): A nobleman, possibly a background figure.
- [Aimée](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/aimee.md): A French-sounding character, possibly a servant or acquaintance.
- [Dulcie Crossley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/dulcie_crossley.md): A young girl, possibly related to Rhea Crossley.
- [Euan Mackreth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/euan_mackreth.md): An older man, possibly a relative of Lady Elizabeth.
- [Mrs. Nesbitt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/mrs_nesbitt.md): A woman with a minor role, possibly a housekeeper or neighbor.
- [Mrs. Rosneath](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/mrs_rosneath.md): Wife of Mr. Rosneath, a minor character.
- [Papa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/papa.md): A father figure, possibly of one of the main characters.
- [Old Brownie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/old_brownie.md): A pet or animal, possibly a dog, mentioned in the narrative.
- [Docteur Lemoine](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/docteur_lemoine.md): A French doctor, possibly appearing in a specific scene.
- [Père Ambroise](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/pere_ambroise.md): A French priest, possibly a minor character.
- [John Martin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/john_martin.md): A character with a minor role, possibly a servant or local.
- [Mr. Tremarten](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/mr_tremarten.md): A male relative of Lettice, possibly her father or uncle.
- [Stephen Warden](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/stephen_warden.md): A male member of the Warden family, possibly a brother.
- [Old Presto](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/old_presto.md): A character, possibly a servant or local, with a minor role.
- [The McCormacks](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/the_mccormacks.md): The McCormack family as a group, mentioned in the narrative.
- [Mademoiselle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/mademoiselle.md): A French woman, possibly a governess or servant.
- [The Misses Tremarten](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/the_misses_tremarten.md): The Tremarten sisters, possibly Lettice and others.
- [Ellis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/ellis.md): A character with a minor role, possibly a servant.
- [Dick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/dick.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local.
- [Lady Clancy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/lady_clancy.md): A noblewoman, possibly a background figure.
- [Old Angus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/old_angus.md): An older servant or local, possibly Scottish.
- [Old Lady Nugent](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/old_lady_nugent.md): An elderly noblewoman, possibly a minor character.
- [Dr. Forbes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/dr_forbes.md): A doctor, possibly related to Maggie Forbes.
- [Robert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/robert.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local.
- [Sultana](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/sultana.md): A character with a minor role, possibly a pet or exotic figure.
- [Roberts](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/roberts.md): An older servant or local, with a minor role.
- [Daniel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/daniel.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local.
- [Mary Loder](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/mary_loder.md): A woman with a minor role, possibly a servant or acquaintance.
- [Archie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/short_fiction_61_se/characters/archie.md): A minor character, possibly a child or servant.

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