# The Able McLaughlins — Character guide

> Key figures in The Able McLaughlins by Margaret Wilson.

- [Wully McLaughlin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/wully_mclaughlin.md): Central character and narrator, a young man returning from war to face family and community challenges.
- [Chirstie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/chirstie.md): Wully's love interest, a strong-willed woman whose past complicates their relationship.
- [Isobel McLaughlin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/isobel_mclaughlin.md): Wully's mother, a matriarch deeply involved in family affairs and secrets.
- [Peter Keith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/peter_keith.md): A local man whose actions set off a chain of events affecting the McLaughlins.
- [Dod](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/dod.md): A family member or close associate, often involved in daily farm life.
- [John Keith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/john_keith.md): Aunt Libby and Uncle John Keith, a couple providing support and comic relief.
- [Barbara McNair](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/barbara_mcnair.md): A neighbor woman with a sharp tongue and strong opinions.
- [Jeannie McNair](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/jeannie_mcnair.md): Barbara's daughter, a young girl often seen in the community.
- [John McLaughlin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/john_mclaughlin.md): Wully's uncle, a farmer and family patriarch.
- [Wee Johnnie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/wee_johnnie.md): A young child, likely a relative, often mentioned in family scenes.
- [Alex McNair](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/alex_mcnair.md): A neighbor and farmer, husband to Barbara McNair.
- [Mrs. McLaughlin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/mrs_mclaughlin.md): Wully's grandmother, an elderly matriarch of the family.
- [Allen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/allen.md): A young man from the community, friend or acquaintance of Wully.
- [Squire McLaughlin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/squire_mclaughlin.md): A local landowner and authority figure in the community.
- [David McDowell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/david_mcdowell.md): A friend or neighbor, often part of social gatherings.
- [Houghton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/houghton.md): A character involved in local business or legal matters.
- [Andy McFee](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/andy_mcfee.md): A farmhand or laborer in the McLaughlin circle.
- [Hughie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/hughie.md): A young boy, possibly a relative or neighbor child.
- [Mr. Knight](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/mr_knight.md): A professional or tradesman who interacts with the family.
- [Geordie Sproul](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/geordie_sproul.md): A local youth, sometimes in trouble or causing mischief.
- [Gib McTaggert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/gib_mctaggert.md): A member of the McTaggert family, known for their feuds.
- [Jimmy McTaggert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/jimmy_mctaggert.md): A young McTaggert, often in conflict with the McLaughlins.
- [Mary](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/mary.md): A female character, possibly a servant or neighbor.
- [Andrew McLaughlin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/andrew_mclaughlin.md): Another member of the McLaughlin family, possibly a cousin.
- [Flora](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/flora.md): An aunt or older female relative of the McLaughlins.
- [Sarah](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/sarah.md): A young girl, possibly a servant or neighbor child.
- [Lammie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/lammie.md): A local character, possibly a tradesman or farmer.
- [Joseph](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/joseph.md): A minor character, possibly a hired hand or relative.
- [Janet Price](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/janet_price.md): A woman from the community, mentioned in passing.
- [Nellie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_able_mclaughlins_se/characters/nellie.md): A young female character, possibly a friend or relative.

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