# The Third Round — Character guide

> Key figures in The Third Round by H. C. McNeile.

- [Hugh Drummond](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/hugh_drummond.md): The protagonist, a former soldier drawn into a dangerous mystery involving a diamond syndicate and a criminal mastermind.
- [Mr. William Robinson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/mr_william_robinson.md): A wealthy man who becomes entangled in the plot, often serving as a narrator or focal character.
- [Mr. Edward Blackton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/mr_edward_blackton.md): A mysterious figure connected to the diamond syndicate, with multiple aliases and a hidden agenda.
- [Professor Goodman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/professor_goodman.md): A scientist whose laboratory becomes central to the unfolding mystery.
- [Sir Raymond Blantyre](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/sir_raymond_blantyre.md): A prominent figure involved in the diamond trade and the central conflict.
- [Mr. Freyder](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/freyder.md): A character connected to the syndicate, whose actions have significant consequences.
- [Carl Peterson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/carl_peterson.md): A criminal mastermind, often operating behind the scenes, with ties to Blackton.
- [Mr. Lewisham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/mr_lewisham.md): A character whose fate is intertwined with the main plot, possibly a victim.
- [Algy Longworth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/algy_longworth.md): A friend of Drummond, often involved in the action.
- [Professor Scheidstrun](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/scheidstrun.md): A professor with a questionable reputation, possibly involved in the scheme.
- [Ted Jerningham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/ted_jerningham.md): An associate of Drummond, participating in the events.
- [Mr. Tootem](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/tootem.md): A businessman, possibly connected to the financial aspects of the plot.
- [Toby Sinclair](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/toby_sinclair.md): A minor character, possibly an acquaintance of the main cast.
- [Brenda Goodman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/brenda_goodman.md): Professor Goodman's daughter, who may be involved in the events.
- [William Anderson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/william_anderson.md): A character who appears to be a separate individual, possibly a client or associate.
- [The Comte de Guy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/comte_de_guy.md): An alias used by Blackton or Peterson, adding to the mystery.
- [Mr. Jabez Leibhaus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/mr_jabez_leibhaus.md): A minor character, possibly involved in the diamond trade.
- [Irma](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/irma.md): A female character, possibly connected to Peterson or the syndicate.
- [Phyllis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/phyllis.md): A minor female character, possibly a love interest or relative.
- [Mrs. Goodman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/mrs_goodman.md): Professor Goodman's wife, mentioned in the narrative.
- [Denny](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/denny.md): A servant or loyal companion, possibly to Drummond.
- [Frau Scheidstrun](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/frau_scheidstrun.md): Professor Scheidstrun's wife, a minor presence.
- [Henry Lewisham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/henry_lewisham.md): A relative of Mr. Lewisham, possibly a son.
- [The S.Y. Gadfly](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/gadfly.md): A yacht that serves as a location for key events.
- [John Perkins](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/john_perkins.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or worker.
- [Mrs. Lewisham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/mrs_lewisham.md): Mr. Lewisham's wife, mentioned in the narrative.
- [Sir Bryan Johnstone](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/sir_bryan_johnstone.md): A minor character, possibly an official or authority figure.
- [Mr. Atkinson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/mr_atkinson.md): A minor character, possibly a business associate.
- [Henry Lakington](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_third_round_se/characters/henry_lakington.md): A minor character, possibly involved in the plot.

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