# Simon — Character guide

> Key figures in Simon by J. Storer Clouston.

- [F. T. Carrington](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/f_t_carrington.md): A leisurely gentleman who becomes deeply involved in the mysteries at Stanesland.
- [Simon Rattar](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/simon_rattar.md): A silent, enigmatic figure whose past and actions drive much of the plot.
- [Ned Cromarty](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/ned_cromarty.md): The heir to Stanesland, caught in a web of family secrets and danger.
- [Cicely Farmond](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/cicely_farmond.md): A spirited young woman who becomes a key figure in the unfolding drama.
- [Mary MacLean](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/mary_maclean.md): An imaginative woman whose perspective provides insight into events.
- [James Bisset](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/james_bisset.md): A learned man who assists with deductive reasoning and investigation.
- [Sir Reginald Cromarty](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/sir_reginald_cromarty.md): The late patriarch of Stanesland, whose death sets events in motion.
- [Malcolm Cromarty](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/malcolm_cromarty.md): A conceited young man with ambitions regarding the Cromarty estate.
- [Lady Cromarty](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/lady_cromarty.md): The matriarch of the Cromarty family, holding secrets of the past.
- [George Rattar](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/george_rattar.md): Simon Rattar's brother, whose actions have far-reaching consequences.
- [Miss Peterkin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/miss_peterkin.md): A local woman who provides information and local color.
- [Mr. MacAlister](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/mr_macalister.md): A figure involved in the legal and procedural aspects of the story.
- [Lilian Cromarty](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/lilian_cromarty.md): A member of the Cromarty family with a role in the domestic sphere.
- [Mr. Ison](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/mr_ison.md): A not-too-observant servant or local who misses key details.
- [Superintendent Sutherland](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/superintendent_sutherland.md): A police superintendent involved in the official investigation.
- [Louisa Dawkins](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/louisa_dawkins.md): A woman whose presence adds a layer of personal intrigue.
- [Robbie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/robbie.md): A minor character who appears briefly in the narrative.
- [Janet](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/janet.md): A servant or local woman mentioned in passing.
- [Shearer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/shearer.md): A minor character with a brief role in the story.
- [Margaret](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/simon_se/characters/margaret.md): A name mentioned in the context of family or local history.

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