# The Eye of Osiris — Character guide

> Key figures in The Eye of Osiris by R. Austin Freeman.

- [John Thorndyke](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/john_thorndyke.md): Brilliant detective and medical jurist who unravels the mystery of John Bellingham's disappearance.
- [Arthur Jellicoe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/arthur_jellicoe.md): An eccentric Egyptologist and key witness with knowledge of the Bellingham family secrets.
- [John Bellingham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/john_bellingham.md): The missing man whose mysterious disappearance drives the central investigation.
- [Godfrey Bellingham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/godfrey_bellingham.md): John Bellingham's brother and a suspect in the disappearance.
- [George Hurst](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/george_hurst.md): A solicitor involved in the Bellingham family legal affairs.
- [Miss Bellingham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/miss_bellingham.md): Daughter of John Bellingham, caught in the family turmoil.
- [Miss Oman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/miss_oman.md): A friend or relative of the Bellinghams who provides key information.
- [Jervis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/jervis.md): Thorndyke's assistant and friend who aids in the investigation.
- [Ruth Bellingham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/ruth_bellingham.md): A young woman connected to the Bellingham family and romantic interest.
- [Dr. Norbury](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/dr_norbury.md): A medical professional who examines evidence in the case.
- [Inspector Badger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/inspector_badger.md): A police inspector investigating John Bellingham's disappearance.
- [Mr. Loram](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/mr_loram.md): A witness or associate in the legal proceedings.
- [Doctor Berkeley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/doctor_berkeley.md): A medical doctor who provides testimony.
- [Paul Berkeley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/paul_berkeley.md): A younger man possibly related to Doctor Berkeley.
- [Uncle John](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/uncle_john.md): Affectionate name for John Bellingham used by family.
- [The Judge](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/the_judge.md): Presiding judge in the probate court proceedings.
- [Adolphus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/adolphus.md): A minor character mentioned in the story.
- [Dr. Summers](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/dr_summers.md): A medical professional consulted in the case.
- [Mrs. Gummer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/mrs_gummer.md): A housekeeper or servant in the Bellingham household.
- [Mrs. Jablett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/mrs_jablett.md): A woman connected to the Bellingham family.
- [Mr. Heath](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/mr_heath.md): A minor character in the legal proceedings.
- [Davis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/davis.md): A police constable assisting in the investigation.
- [Artemidorus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/artemidorus.md): An ancient author referenced in the Egyptological discussions.
- [Sebek-hotep](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/sebek_hotep.md): An ancient Egyptian figure mentioned in the story.
- [Osiris](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/osiris.md): Egyptian god of the dead, referenced in the narrative.
- [Tahuti](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/tahuti.md): An Egyptian deity or alias used by Jellicoe.
- [Horus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/horus.md): Egyptian god mentioned in the Egyptological context.
- [Sir Morgan Bennett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_eye_of_osiris_se/characters/sir_morgan_bennett.md): A baronet or dignitary mentioned in the story.

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