# The Golden Triangle — Character guide

> Key figures in The Golden Triangle by Maurice Leblanc.

- [Patrice Belval](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/patrice_belval.md): A French captain and the central protagonist, investigating a mysterious conspiracy.
- [Coralie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/coralie.md): A mysterious woman connected to Patrice, central to the plot's romantic and tragic elements.
- [Don Luis Perenna](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/don_luis_perenna.md): A master detective and adventurer, often aiding the investigation with his cunning.
- [Siméon Diodokis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/simeon_diodokis.md): An elderly, wealthy Greek banker with a hidden agenda and a key role in the mystery.
- [Ya-Bon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/ya_bon.md): A loyal Senegalese servant and companion to Don Luis, known for his strength and devotion.
- [Essarès Bey](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/essares_bey.md): A powerful and sinister Turkish figure, a primary antagonist in the story.
- [M. Masseron](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/m_masseron.md): A police official involved in the investigation, often skeptical of Patrice's theories.
- [Bournef](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/bournef.md): A shady character and accomplice to the villains, involved in criminal schemes.
- [Colonel Fakhi](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/colonel_fakhi.md): A Turkish colonel and ally of Essarès Bey, involved in the conspiracy.
- [Arsène Lupin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/arsene_lupin.md): The legendary gentleman thief, who appears in disguise or is referenced as a mastermind.
- [M. Amédée Vacherot](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/m_amedee_vacherot.md): A lawyer or notary involved in legal matters related to the case.
- [M. Valenglay](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/m_valenglay.md): A high-ranking official, possibly a minister, who oversees the investigation.
- [Mme. Mosgranem](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/mosgranem.md): A female character, possibly a housekeeper or witness in the story.
- [Dr. Géradec](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/dr_geradec.md): A doctor who becomes a victim, his death triggering part of the plot.
- [Grégoire](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/gregoire.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local informant.
- [Berthou](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/berthou.md): A sailor or crew member on the Belle Hélène.
- [Mustapha Rovalaïof](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/mustapha_rovalaiof.md): A Russian or Turkish character, possibly an ally or enemy of Don Luis.
- [Count Odolavitch](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_golden_triangle_se/characters/count_odolavitch.md): A nobleman, husband of Coralie, whose death is a key plot point.

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