The Necromancers · Characters
Character guide
Key figures in The Necromancers by Robert Hugh Benson.
Maggie Deronnais
major
Also known as Maggie, Deronnais, Miss Maggie, Miss Deronnais, Maggy
Central character, likely the narrator or focal point, involved in the main plot.
Lady Laura Bethell
major
Also known as Lady Laura, Laurie, III Lady Laura Bethell, Dear Laurie, III Laurie
A key figure in the story, possibly a love interest or close associate of the protagonist.
Amy Nugent
major
Also known as Amy, this Amy Nugent, poor Amy, Amy Nugent
A significant character, possibly a romantic rival or source of conflict.
Laurie Baxter
major
Also known as Laurie, Dear Laura, Master Laurie, Mr. Laurence, Mr. Laurie, Mr. Lawrence, Laurie’s, Laurie
A central character, possibly the protagonist or a major figure in the narrative.
Mr. Vincent
supporting
Also known as IV, IV Mr. Vincent, Vincent, That man Vincent, Mr. Vincent
A recurring character, possibly a mentor, antagonist, or mysterious figure.
Mr. James Morton
supporting
Also known as Mr. Morton, Morton, James Morton, Mr.  James Morton, Jim, Mr.  Morton
A character with a notable presence, possibly a friend or family member.
Mr. Baxter
supporting
Also known as Dear Mr. Baxter, Baxter, young Mr. Baxter, Mr. Baxter, Mr. Baxter.
A recurring character, likely a relative or close acquaintance of the Baxter family.
Mrs. Baxter
supporting
Also known as dear Mrs. Baxter, Dear Mrs. Baxter, IV Mrs. Baxter, Mrs.  Baxter
A recurring character, likely a matriarch or influential figure in the household.
Mrs. Stapleton
supporting
Also known as Mrs. Stapleton
A character with a significant role, possibly a neighbor or acquaintance.
Father Mahon
supporting
Also known as II Father Mahon, II, Father
A priest who appears to have a role in the spiritual or plot developments.
Mr. Cathcart
supporting
Also known as Cathcart, old Cathcart, a Mr. Cathcart, Mr. Cathcart, Mr. Cathcart, Mr.  Cathcart
A character with a notable presence, possibly a friend or advisor.
Mrs. Nugent
supporting
Also known as Mrs. Nugent
A recurring character, likely a family member or close associate of Amy.
Mr. Jamieson
minor
Also known as Mr. Jamieson
A character with a limited but distinct role in the narrative.
Mr. Nugent
minor
Also known as II, II Mr. Nugent, So Mr. Nugent
A character, likely a family member of Amy Nugent.
Mabel
minor
Also known as Mabel
A minor character with a few mentions.
Maud Stapleton
minor
Also known as Maud, dearest Maud
A minor character, possibly related to Mrs. Stapleton.
Auntie
minor
Also known as Auntie
A minor character, likely a relative of one of the main characters.
Mr. Parker
minor
Also known as Mr. Parker
A minor character with a few appearances.
Tom
minor
Also known as dear Tom
A minor character, possibly a friend or servant.
Charlotte
minor
Also known as Charlotte
A minor character with a few mentions.
Mr. Rymer
minor
Also known as Mr. Rymer
A minor character, possibly a professional or acquaintance.
Miss Baker
minor
Also known as Miss Baker
A minor character with a few mentions.
Mrs. Mayle
minor
Also known as Mrs. Mayle
A minor character with a few appearances.
Mrs. Martin
minor
Also known as Mrs. Martin
A minor character with a few mentions.
Susan
minor
Also known as Susan
A minor character, possibly a servant.
Paul
minor
Also known as Paul
A minor character, possibly a biblical reference or a person.
