Character guide

Rosamond Frankland

major

Also known as Rosamond, Little Rosamond, Rosamond Treverton

The central protagonist, a young bride who inherits Porthgenna Tower and seeks its hidden secret.

Sarah Leeson

major

Also known as Sarah, Leeson

A mysterious former servant haunted by a secret she helped hide years ago.

Uncle Joseph

supporting

Also known as Joseph, little Joseph, Uncle Joseph gayly

Sarah Leeson's eccentric, music-loving uncle who aids her in her final mission.

Leonard Frankland

major

Also known as Lenny, young Frankland, Poor young Frankland

Rosamond's blind husband, a gentle and trusting man who supports her quest.

Mrs. Jazeph

supporting

Also known as III Mrs. Jazeph, Jazeph

A mysterious nurse who arrives at Porthgenna Tower with a hidden agenda.

Andrew Treverton

supporting

Also known as Andrew, Mr. Treverton, Mr. Andrew Treverton

Rosamond's wealthy, reclusive uncle who lives in London with his servant.

Mr. Orridge

supporting

Also known as young Mr. Orridge, the inexperienced Mr. Orridge

The local doctor who attends to the Frankland family and becomes involved in the secret.

Mr. Munder

supporting

Also known as IV, IV Mr. Munder

The officious steward of Porthgenna Tower who obstructs Rosamond's search.

Shrowl

supporting

Also known as Mr. Shrowl

Andrew Treverton's cynical and manipulative servant.

Mr. Phippen

minor

Also known as Phippen

A lawyer involved in the sale of Porthgenna Tower and the Treverton family affairs.

Mrs. Norbury

supporting

Also known as the outspoken Mrs. Norbury

A blunt, kind-hearted neighbor who befriends Rosamond.

Reverend Doctor Chennery

minor

Also known as Doctor Chennery, Chennery

A clergyman and relative of the Franklands who helps with family matters.

Mrs. Treverton

supporting

Also known as the late Mrs. Treverton

The deceased former mistress of Porthgenna Tower, central to the hidden secret.

Betsey

minor

Also known as Obedient Betsey

A young servant at Porthgenna Tower who assists Rosamond.

Mrs. Pentreath

minor

The housekeeper at Porthgenna Tower who knows old secrets.

Captain Treverton

minor

Also known as The Captain, the late Captain Treverton

Rosamond's deceased father, a sea captain whose death set events in motion.

Miss Sturch

minor

Also known as Dear Miss Sturch, dear Miss Sturch

A friend of the Franklands who provides companionship to Rosamond.

Miss Mowlem

minor

The postmistress in the village near Porthgenna Tower.

Mr. Buschmann

minor

Also known as Buschmann

A German musician and friend of Uncle Joseph.

Mr. Nixon

minor

A lawyer consulted by the Franklands regarding the secret.

Robert Chennery

minor

Also known as Master Robert Chennery, Master Robert, Robert

Doctor Chennery's son, a young man who assists Leonard.

Jacob

minor

A servant at Porthgenna Tower.

Miss Amelia Chennery

minor

Also known as Miss Amelia, Amelia, dear Amelia

Doctor Chennery's daughter and a friend of the Franklands.

Hugh Polwheal

minor

Also known as Polwheal, miner Polwheal

A local miner who helps Rosamond with her search at Porthgenna.

Miss Louisa Chennery

minor

Also known as Miss Louisa, Louisa

Another daughter of Doctor Chennery.

Timon

minor

Andrew Treverton's nickname for himself, reflecting his misanthropic nature.

John Arthur Treverton

minor

Also known as Arthur

Andrew Treverton's deceased brother and Rosamond's uncle.

Bob

minor

Also known as the invisible Bob, Master Bob

A young servant boy at Andrew Treverton's London house.

Uncle Max

minor

Also known as Max

Uncle Joseph's friend, a fellow musician.

Thomas Horlock

minor

Also known as Thomas, Mr. Horlock

A lawyer involved in the Treverton family estate.

Agatha Buschmann

minor

Also known as Agatha

Mr. Buschmann's daughter, a young woman with a tragic past.

Mrs. Mowlem

minor

The mother of Miss Mowlem, who keeps the local shop.