# The Mystery at Lilac Inn — Character guide

> Key figures in The Mystery at Lilac Inn by Carolyn Keene.

- [Nancy Drew](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/nancy_drew.md): Teenage detective investigating the mystery at Lilac Inn.
- [Mrs. Jane Willoughby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/mrs_jane_willoughby.md): Owner of Lilac Inn who hires Nancy to solve a mystery.
- [Mary Mason](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/mary_mason.md): Nancy's friend who becomes involved in the Lilac Inn case.
- [Emily Crandall](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/emily_crandall.md): A young woman connected to the Crandall jewels mystery.
- [Carson Drew](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/carson_drew.md): Nancy's father, a respected lawyer who assists her investigation.
- [Bud Mason](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/bud_mason.md): Mary Mason's brother and a suspect in the case.
- [Helen Corning](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/helen_corning.md): Nancy's close friend who accompanies her on investigations.
- [Mrs. Clara Potter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/mrs_clara_potter.md): Housekeeper at Lilac Inn with knowledge of the Willoughby family.
- [Tom Tozzle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/tom_tozzle.md): Local handyman who helps Nancy with information.
- [Mrs. Howard Stonewell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/stonewell.md): A wealthy socialite involved in the mystery.
- [Jennings](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/jennings.md): A mysterious figure who appears at Lilac Inn.
- [Mrs. Sadie Carter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/mrs_sadie_carter.md): A neighbor who provides clues about the Crandall jewels.
- [Captain Dudley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/captain_dudley.md): A sea captain with knowledge of the river and local secrets.
- [Dick Farnham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/dick_farnham.md): A young man who assists Nancy during the investigation.
- [Viola Granger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/viola_granger.md): A friend of Emily Crandall with information about the jewels.
- [Hannah Gruen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/hannah_gruen.md): The Drew family housekeeper who supports Nancy.
- [Mr. Hodge](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/mr_hodge.md): A local businessman who may be involved in the mystery.
- [Judge Graham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/judge_graham.md): A judge who provides legal context for the case.
- [Little Golden Locks](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_mystery_at_lilac_inn_se/characters/little_golden_locks.md): A child mentioned in connection with the Crandall family.

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