# The Secret City — Character guide

> Key figures in The Secret City by Hugh Walpole.

- [Vera Michailovna](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/vera_michailovna.md): A central female character, sister of Nina, involved in a complex romantic dynamic.
- [Nina Michailovna](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/nina_michailovna.md): Vera's younger sister, a gentle and often pitied figure in the household.
- [Henry Bohun](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/henry_bohun.md): A young Englishman, infatuated with Vera, central to the romantic plot.
- [Alexei Petrovitch Semyonov](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/alexei_petrovitch_semyonov.md): A Russian intellectual and friend of the family, involved in political discussions.
- [Nicholas Markovitch](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/nicholas_markovitch.md): A key Russian character, patriarch of the Markovitch family, involved in intrigue.
- [Jerry Lawrence](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/jerry_lawrence.md): An English friend of Bohun, also in love with Vera, creating a love triangle.
- [Boris Nicolaievitch Grogoff](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/boris_grogoff.md): A mysterious and somewhat sinister Russian figure with political connections.
- [Ivan Andreievitch](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/ivan_andreievitch.md): An older relative or friend, often offering advice and commentary.
- [Nicolai Leontievitch Markovitch](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/nicolai_leontievitch_markovitch.md): Another member of the Markovitch family, possibly Nicholas's son or brother.
- [Mr. Bohun](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/mr_bohun.md): Henry Bohun's father, who appears later in the story.
- [Baron Wilderling](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/baron_wilderling.md): A German diplomat or aristocrat with a role in the political backdrop.
- [John Trenchard](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/john_trenchard.md): An English character, possibly a journalist or traveler in Petrograd.
- [Uncle Alexei](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/uncle_alexei.md): An older relative, possibly of Vera and Nina, offering familial support.
- [Rozanov](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/rozanov.md): A Russian acquaintance, possibly a writer or intellectual.
- [M. Durward](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/m_durward.md): A French or foreign character, possibly a diplomat or businessman.
- [John Durward](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/john_durward.md): An Englishman, possibly related to M. Durward, with a minor role.
- [Ivan Petrovitch](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/ivan_petrovitch.md): A Russian character, possibly a servant or minor official.
- [Durdles](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/durdles.md): A comic or eccentric character, possibly a servant or local figure.
- [Protopopoff](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/protopopoff.md): A Russian official or politician, mentioned in political contexts.
- [Old Sacha](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/old_sacha.md): An elderly servant or retainer in the Markovitch household.
- [Marie Ivanovna](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/marie_ivanovna.md): A female character, possibly a friend or relative of the family.
- [Burrows](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/burrows.md): An English character, possibly a colleague or acquaintance of Lawrence.
- [Michael Alexandrovitch](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/michael_alexandrovitch.md): A Russian character, possibly a nobleman or officer.
- [Rasputin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/rasputin.md): The historical mystic, mentioned as a figure of influence in Petrograd.
- [Marfa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/marfa.md): A servant or maid in the household, possibly of the Markovitches.
- [Mr. Gineselli](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/mr_gineselli.md): A foreign character, possibly an Italian or businessman in Petrograd.
- [Paul Konstantinovitch](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/paul_konstantinovitch.md): A Russian character, possibly a young officer or student.
- [Charles Trafford](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/charles_trafford.md): An English aristocrat, possibly a diplomat visiting Petrograd.
- [The Rat](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/the_rat.md): A nickname for a sly or untrustworthy character, possibly a spy.
- [Andre](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/andre.md): A French or Russian character, possibly a servant or minor figure.
- [Lenin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/lenin.md): The revolutionary leader, mentioned in political discussions.
- [Finisterre](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/finisterre.md): A French governess or teacher, possibly for the Markovitch children.
- [Rodziancko](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/rodziancko.md): A Russian political figure, mentioned in the context of the Duma.
- [The Baroness](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/the_baroness.md): A female aristocrat, possibly related to Baron Wilderling.
- [Lawford](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/lawford.md): An English character, possibly a friend or colleague of Lawrence.
- [Katya](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/katya.md): A Russian female character, possibly a servant or acquaintance.
- [Old Feodor Stepanovitch](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/old_feodor_stepanovitch.md): An elderly Russian character, possibly a retired official or relative.
- [Milyukoff](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/milyukoff.md): A Russian politician, mentioned in political discussions.
- [Meyerhold](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_secret_city_se/characters/meyerhold.md): A Russian theater director, mentioned in cultural contexts.

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