# The Dead Secret — Character guide

> Key figures in The Dead Secret by Wilkie Collins.

- [Rosamond Frankland](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/rosamond_frankland.md): The central protagonist, a young bride who inherits Porthgenna Tower and seeks its hidden secret.
- [Sarah Leeson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/sarah_leeson.md): A mysterious former servant haunted by a secret she helped hide years ago.
- [Uncle Joseph](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/joseph.md): Sarah Leeson's eccentric, music-loving uncle who aids her in her final mission.
- [Leonard Frankland](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/leonard_frankland.md): Rosamond's blind husband, a gentle and trusting man who supports her quest.
- [Mrs. Jazeph](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/mrs_jazeph.md): A mysterious nurse who arrives at Porthgenna Tower with a hidden agenda.
- [Andrew Treverton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/andrew_treverton.md): Rosamond's wealthy, reclusive uncle who lives in London with his servant.
- [Mr. Orridge](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/mr_orridge.md): The local doctor who attends to the Frankland family and becomes involved in the secret.
- [Mr. Munder](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/mr_munder.md): The officious steward of Porthgenna Tower who obstructs Rosamond's search.
- [Shrowl](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/shrowl.md): Andrew Treverton's cynical and manipulative servant.
- [Mr. Phippen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/mr_phippen.md): A lawyer involved in the sale of Porthgenna Tower and the Treverton family affairs.
- [Mrs. Norbury](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/mrs_norbury.md): A blunt, kind-hearted neighbor who befriends Rosamond.
- [Reverend Doctor Chennery](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/doctor_chennery.md): A clergyman and relative of the Franklands who helps with family matters.
- [Mrs. Treverton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/mrs_treverton.md): The deceased former mistress of Porthgenna Tower, central to the hidden secret.
- [Betsey](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/betsey.md): A young servant at Porthgenna Tower who assists Rosamond.
- [Mrs. Pentreath](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/mrs_pentreath.md): The housekeeper at Porthgenna Tower who knows old secrets.
- [Captain Treverton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/captain_treverton.md): Rosamond's deceased father, a sea captain whose death set events in motion.
- [Miss Sturch](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/miss_sturch.md): A friend of the Franklands who provides companionship to Rosamond.
- [Miss Mowlem](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/miss_mowlem.md): The postmistress in the village near Porthgenna Tower.
- [Mr. Buschmann](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/buschmann.md): A German musician and friend of Uncle Joseph.
- [Mr. Nixon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/mr_nixon.md): A lawyer consulted by the Franklands regarding the secret.
- [Robert Chennery](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/robert_chennery.md): Doctor Chennery's son, a young man who assists Leonard.
- [Miss Amelia Chennery](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/amelia_chennery.md): Doctor Chennery's daughter and a friend of the Franklands.
- [Hugh Polwheal](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/hugh_polwheal.md): A local miner who helps Rosamond with her search at Porthgenna.
- [Timon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/timon.md): Andrew Treverton's nickname for himself, reflecting his misanthropic nature.
- [John Arthur Treverton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/john_arthur_treverton.md): Andrew Treverton's deceased brother and Rosamond's uncle.
- [Bob](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/bob.md): A young servant boy at Andrew Treverton's London house.
- [Uncle Max](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/max.md): Uncle Joseph's friend, a fellow musician.
- [Thomas Horlock](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/thomas_horlock.md): A lawyer involved in the Treverton family estate.
- [Agatha Buschmann](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/agatha_buschmann.md): Mr. Buschmann's daughter, a young woman with a tragic past.
- [Mrs. Mowlem](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_dead_secret_se/characters/mrs_mowlem.md): The mother of Miss Mowlem, who keeps the local shop.

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