# The D’Arblay Mystery — Character guide

> Key figures in The D’Arblay Mystery by R. Austin Freeman.

- [Dr. Thorndyke](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/dr_thorndyke.md): Brilliant detective and medical jurist who unravels the mystery.
- [Marion D'Arblay](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/marion_d_arblay.md): Young woman at the center of the mystery, threatened by hidden dangers.
- [Mr. Bendelow](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/mr_bendelow.md): Deceased man whose death triggers the investigation.
- [Polton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/polton.md): Thorndyke's loyal and resourceful laboratory assistant.
- [Detective-Superintendent Miller](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/detective_superintendent_miller.md): Police detective investigating the case, often at odds with Thorndyke.
- [Mr. Morris](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/mr_morris.md): Husband of Mrs. Morris, involved in the Bendelow affair.
- [Mrs. Morris](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/mrs_morris.md): Executrix of Bendelow's estate, with a hidden agenda.
- [Stephen Gray](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/stephen_gray.md): Doctor and friend of Thorndyke who assists in the investigation.
- [Miss Dewsnep](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/miss_dewsnep.md): Elderly woman with knowledge of the D'Arblay family secrets.
- [Crile](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/crile.md): Deceased man whose past connects to the mystery.
- [Dr. Cropper](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/dr_cropper.md): Medical professional consulted during the investigation.
- [Miss Boler](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/miss_boler.md): Marion D'Arblay's companion or relative.
- [Dr. Cornish](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/dr_cornish.md): Another doctor who appears in the narrative.
- [Wilson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/wilson.md): American character involved in the plot.
- [Julius D'Arblay](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/julius_d_arblay.md): Relative of Marion D'Arblay, possibly deceased.
- [Inspector Follett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/inspector_follett.md): Police inspector who makes an early discovery.
- [Barber](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/barber.md): Former police sergeant assisting the investigation.
- [Jonathan Crile](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/jonathan_crile.md): Son of old Crile, with a role in the mystery.
- [Mr. Miller](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/mr_miller.md): Possibly a relative of Superintendent Miller.
- [Mr. Plonk](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/mr_plonk.md): Minor character with a brief appearance.
- [Mr. D'Arblay](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/mr_d_arblay.md): Marion's father, mentioned but not present.
- [John Roettier](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_d_arblay_mystery_se/characters/john_roettier.md): Historical figure referenced in the plot.

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