# That Affair Next Door — Character guide

> Key figures in That Affair Next Door by Anna Katharine Green.

- [Amelia Butterworth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/amelia_butterworth.md): A sharp-witted spinster who inserts herself into the murder investigation.
- [Mr. Gryce](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/mr_gryce.md): A seasoned detective leading the investigation into the Van Burnam case.
- [Howard Van Burnam](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/howard_van_burnam.md): The eldest Van Burnam son, suspected in his wife's death.
- [Franklin Van Burnam](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/franklin_van_burnam.md): The younger Van Burnam son, secretive and under suspicion.
- [Miss Althorpe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/miss_althorpe.md): A wealthy heiress and romantic interest of Howard Van Burnam.
- [Ruth Oliver](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/ruth_oliver.md): A mysterious woman connected to the Van Burnam household.
- [Lena](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/lena.md): A young girl who may have witnessed key events.
- [Mrs. Van Burnam (Haddam)](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/mrs_van_burnam_haddam.md): Howard's wife, found dead in the Van Burnam house.
- [Randolph Stone](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/randolph_stone.md): A friend of the Van Burnam family with hidden motives.
- [Caroline](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/caroline.md): A Van Burnam sister involved in family affairs.
- [Mrs. Boppert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/mrs_boppert.md): A neighbor who provides gossip and observations.
- [Isabella Van Burnam](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/isabella_van_burnam.md): One of the Van Burnam daughters, querulous and opinionated.
- [Louise Van Burnam](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/louise_van_burnam.md): Another Van Burnam daughter, quieter than her sisters.
- [John Randolph](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/john_randolph.md): A man with a past connection to the Van Burnam family.
- [Miss Ferguson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/miss_ferguson.md): A friend or acquaintance of Amelia Butterworth.
- [Olive Randolph](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/olive_randolph.md): A relative of John Randolph with a role in the mystery.
- [Coroner Dahl](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/coroner_dahl.md): The coroner who examines the body of Mrs. Van Burnam.
- [Richard Clapp](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/richard_clapp.md): A clerk who provides important testimony.
- [Mrs. Howard Van Burnam](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/mrs_howard_van_burnam.md): Howard's wife, distinct from the Haddam Mrs. Van Burnam.
- [Mr. Alvord](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/mr_alvord.md): A lawyer or business associate of the Van Burnams.
- [Mr. Pope](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/mr_pope.md): A couple who provide an alibi or information.
- [Miss Louise Stapleton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/miss_louise_stapleton.md): A woman mentioned in connection with the case.
- [Araminta](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/that_affair_next_door_se/characters/araminta.md): A servant or minor character in the household.

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