# The Rector and The Doctor’s Family — Character guide

> Key figures in The Rector and The Doctor’s Family by Margaret Oliphant.

- [Nettie Underwood](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/nettie_underwood.md): A courageous and inquisitive young woman who becomes a central figure in the doctor's family.
- [Dr. Edward Rider](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/dr_edward_rider.md): A young doctor struggling with family responsibilities and his own ambitions in Carlingford.
- [Fred Rider](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/fred_rider.md): The doctor's troubled younger brother, whose actions cause family strain.
- [The Rector](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/the_rector.md): The local rector, a thoughtful and observant figure in the community.
- [Susan Rider](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/susan_rider.md): A long-suffering member of the Rider household, often burdened by family troubles.
- [Miss Wodehouse](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/miss_wodehouse.md): A kind and well-meaning spinster in Carlingford society.
- [Lucy Wodehouse](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/lucy_wodehouse.md): A young woman from the Wodehouse family, connected to the rector's circle.
- [Mr. Wodehouse](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/mr_wodehouse.md): A gentleman of Carlingford, father of Lucy and Miss Wodehouse.
- [Mr. Proctor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/mr_proctor.md): A local clergyman and colleague of the rector.
- [Mrs. Proctor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/old_mrs_proctor.md): The elderly mother of Mr. Proctor, living in Carlingford.
- [Mr. Wentworth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/mr_wentworth.md): A young minister from St. Roque, involved in local affairs.
- [Richard Chatham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/richard_chatham.md): A local man whose sudden appearance stirs up the community.
- [Bessie Christian](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/bessie_christian.md): A young woman connected to the Rider family circle.
- [Mrs. Smith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/mrs_smith.md): A local woman, often mentioned in the community's gossip.
- [Mr. Smith](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/mr_smith.md): Husband of Mrs. Smith, a minor figure in Carlingford.
- [Molly](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/molly_mary.md): A servant or dependent in the Rider household.
- [Dr. Marjoribanks](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/dr_marjoribanks.md): A senior doctor in Carlingford, a colleague of young Dr. Rider.
- [Mr. Bury](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/mr_bury.md): An elderly evangelical clergyman in the area.
- [Mrs. Brown](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/mrs_brown.md): A minor character, possibly a neighbor or parishioner.
- [The Bushman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/the_bushman.md): A mysterious figure from abroad who appears briefly.
- [Morgan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rector_and_the_doctor_s_family_se/characters/morgan.md): A servant or minor functionary in the Rider home.

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