# The Insidious Dr. Fu-Manchu — Character guide

> Key figures in The Insidious Dr. Fu-Manchu by Sax Rohmer.

- [Nayland Smith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/nayland_smith.md): British commissioner pursuing Dr. Fu-Manchu, narrator's close friend and ally.
- [Dr. Fu-Manchu](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/dr_fu_manchu.md): Sinister criminal mastermind with vast resources and a vendetta against the West.
- [Dr. Petrie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/dr_petrie.md): Narrator and medical doctor, Smith's companion in the fight against Fu-Manchu.
- [Inspector Weymouth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/inspector_weymouth.md): Scotland Yard detective assisting Smith and Petrie in the case.
- [Karamanèh](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/karamaneh.md): Mysterious woman connected to Fu-Manchu's schemes, later an ally.
- [Sir Lionel Barton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/sir_lionel_barton.md): Famous explorer and target of Fu-Manchu's machinations.
- [Frank Norris West](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/frank_norris_west.md): American journalist involved in the unfolding mystery.
- [Mr. Eltham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/mr_eltham.md): Father of Greba Eltham, caught up in Fu-Manchu's plots.
- [Sir Crichton Davey](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/sir_crichton_davey.md): Deceased diplomat whose death is linked to Fu-Manchu's activities.
- [Graham Guthrie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/graham_guthrie.md): Colonial administrator who becomes a victim of Fu-Manchu.
- [Miss Eltham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/miss_eltham.md): Daughter of Mr. Eltham, romantically involved with a key character.
- [Vernon Denby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/vernon_denby.md): Young man ensnared by Fu-Manchu's criminal network.
- [Mr. Cadby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/mr_cadby.md): British official who falls prey to Fu-Manchu's schemes.
- [Lord Southery](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/lord_southery.md): Nobleman involved in the investigation of Fu-Manchu.
- [Mr. Henderson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/mr_henderson.md): Colleague of Smith's who provides assistance.
- [Mrs. Weymouth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/mrs_weymouth.md): Wife of Inspector Weymouth, threatened by Fu-Manchu.
- [Inspector Ryman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/inspector_ryman.md): Police officer aiding in the case against Fu-Manchu.
- [Rev. J. D. Eltham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/rev_j_d_eltham.md): Clergyman and relative of the Eltham family.
- [Dr. Cleeve](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/dr_cleeve.md): Physician consulted during the investigation.
- [Professor Jenner Monde](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/professor_jenner_monde.md): Scientist whose research is coveted by Fu-Manchu.
- [Mason](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/mason.md): Police officer killed in the line of duty.
- [Mrs. Dolan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/mrs_dolan.md): Landlady who provides information to the investigators.
- [Singapore Charlie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/singapore_charlie.md): Chinese informant in London's underworld.
- [Edward Martin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/edward_martin.md): Minor character encountered during the investigation.
- [Professor Rembold](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/professor_rembold.md): German scientist whose work attracts Fu-Manchu's attention.
- [Sir Frank Narcombe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_insidious_dr_fu_manchu_se/characters/sir_frank_narcombe.md): British official mentioned in connection with the case.

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