# The Lazy Detective — Character guide

> Key figures in The Lazy Detective by George Dilnot.

- [Larry Hughes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_lazy_detective_se/characters/larry_hughes.md): A central character who has been bleeding the narrator and is a key figure in the mystery.
- [Harry Labar](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_lazy_detective_se/characters/harry_labar.md): The astute detective and likely narrator, central to solving the case.
- [Penelope Noelson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_lazy_detective_se/characters/penelope_noelson.md): A key female character involved in the central mystery.
- [Adèle Gertstein](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_lazy_detective_se/characters/adele_gertstein.md): A wealthy woman whose marriage and past are central to the plot.
- [Solly Gertstein](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_lazy_detective_se/characters/solly_gertstein.md): A key male character, likely related to Adèle Gertstein.
- [Moreland](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_lazy_detective_se/characters/moreland.md): A detective colleague who assists in the investigation.
- [Sophie Lengholm](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_lazy_detective_se/characters/sophie_lengholm.md): An older woman with knowledge of past events.
- [Gold Dust Teddy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_lazy_detective_se/characters/gold_dust_teddy.md): A colorful character with a memorable nickname.
- [Stebbins](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_lazy_detective_se/characters/stebbins.md): A supporting character who appears in the investigation.
- [Malone](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_lazy_detective_se/characters/malone.md): A detective or police officer involved in the case.
- [Winter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_lazy_detective_se/characters/winter.md): A character who speaks dryly, possibly a witness.
- [Marlow](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_lazy_detective_se/characters/marlow.md): A minor character mentioned in the narrative.
- [Myson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_lazy_detective_se/characters/myson.md): A minor character with a few proper mentions.
- [Mrs. Lengholm](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_lazy_detective_se/characters/mrs_lengholm.md): A relative or associate of Sophie Lengholm.
- [Simmons](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_lazy_detective_se/characters/simmons.md): A minor character mentioned in the narrative.
- [Mrs. G.](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_lazy_detective_se/characters/mrs_g.md): A minor character referred to by initial.

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