# The Rasp — Character guide

> Key figures in The Rasp by Philip MacDonald.

- [Anthony Gethryn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/anthony_gethryn.md): A brilliant amateur detective investigating the murder of Sir Arthur Digby-Coates.
- [Sir Arthur Digby-Coates](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/sir_arthur_digby_coates.md): A Cabinet Minister whose assassination sets the plot in motion.
- [Mr. Deacon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/mr_deacon.md): A quirky young man with a passion for horticulture and a connection to the case.
- [Lucia Lemesurier](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/lucia_lemesurier.md): A beautiful and enigmatic woman involved with the Gethryn family.
- [Colonel Gethryn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/colonel_gethryn.md): A Scotland Yard detective who initially clashes with Anthony Gethryn.
- [Miss Margaret Warren](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/miss_margaret_warren.md): Anthony Gethryn's capable and loyal secretary.
- [Mr. Hastings](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/mr_hastings.md): A friend and colleague of Anthony Gethryn who assists in the investigation.
- [Spencer Hastings](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/spencer_hastings.md): A young man with a connection to the victim and a possible suspect.
- [John Hoode](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/john_hoode.md): A friend of the victim and a key figure in the mystery.
- [Miss Dora Masterson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/miss_dora_masterson.md): A young woman who becomes a person of interest in the case.
- [Miss Laura Hoode](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/miss_laura_hoode.md): John Hoode's sister, a spirited and outspoken young woman.
- [Jimmy Masterson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/jimmy_masterson.md): Dora Masterson's brother, a young man with a temper.
- [Mr. John Hoode](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/mr_john_hoode_senior.md): The elderly father of John and Laura Hoode.
- [Old Mr. Poole](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/old_mr_poole.md): The elderly and somewhat senile father of the Hoode family butler.
- [Mr. Belford](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/mr_belford.md): A solicitor involved in the affairs of the Hoode family.
- [Mr. Lucas](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/mr_lucas.md): A friend of the Hoode family who is present at the house party.
- [Mr. Gethryn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/mr_gethryn.md): Anthony Gethryn's father, a retired clergyman.
- [Cock Robin Hoode](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/cock_robin_hoode.md): A deceased member of the Hoode family, whose death is referenced.
- [Mrs. Roland Mainwaring](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/mrs_roland_mainwaring.md): A flirtatious society woman who knew the victim.
- [Mr. Josiah Syme](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/mr_josiah_syme.md): A local businessman with a connection to the case.
- [Father Gethryn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/father_gethryn.md): Anthony Gethryn's brother, a Catholic priest.
- [Elsie Syme](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/elsie_syme.md): A young woman who works for the Syme household.
- [Mr. Pellett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/mr_pellett.md): A local tradesman who provides information to the police.
- [Madam Vander](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/madam_vander.md): A mysterious woman who appears at the inquest.
- [Marshall](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/marshall.md): A famous actor mentioned in connection with the case.
- [Loo](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/loo.md): A nickname for a character, possibly a servant.
- [Marling](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/marling.md): A character mentioned in passing, possibly a servant.
- [Sergeant Higgins](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/sergeant_higgins.md): A police sergeant assisting Superintendent Boyd.
- [Mr. Easy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/mr_easy.md): A character mentioned in a humorous context.
- [Uncle Charles](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/uncle_charles.md): A relative of the Hoode family mentioned in conversation.
- [Lily Ingram](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/lily_ingram.md): A young woman who was a friend of the victim.
- [Bob Belford](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/bob_belford.md): A relative of Mr. Belford the solicitor.
- [Vanda](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/vanda.md): An orchid, a prized possession of Mr. Deacon.
- [Mr. Diggle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/mr_diggle.md): A horticultural expert consulted in the case.
- [Miss Monteith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/miss_monteith.md): A woman who writes a letter to the police.
- [Pooley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rasp_se/characters/pooley.md): A character mentioned in the context of the inquest.

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