# The Wrong Letter — Character guide

> Key figures in The Wrong Letter by Walter S. Masterman.

- [Sylvester Collins](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/sylvester_collins.md): Central character involved in a mysterious letter and crime.
- [Arthur Sinclair](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/arthur_sinclair.md): Superintendent investigating the case, a key authority figure.
- [Eric Sanders](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/eric_sanders.md): A suspect or person of interest in the unfolding mystery.
- [Mabel Watson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/mabel_watson.md): Young woman connected to the Watson family and the crime.
- [Sir James Watson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/james_watson.md): Victim or key figure whose death or trouble drives the plot.
- [F. D. Boyce](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/f_d_boyce.md): Suspicious character with a slick demeanor involved in events.
- [Mr. Allery](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/mr_allery.md): Detective or investigator who enters the story mid-way.
- [Mrs. Simmons](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/mrs_simmons.md): Housekeeper or local woman providing information or lodging.
- [Miss Watson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/miss_watson.md): Female member of the Watson family, possibly a relative.
- [Lewis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/lewis.md): Servant or assistant who appears in the household.
- [Old John](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/old_john.md): Elderly servant or groundskeeper at the estate.
- [Jackson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/jackson.md): Minor character possibly a butler or local official.
- [Sir Ronald Watson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/ronald_watson.md): Younger Watson relative, possibly a son or nephew.
- [The Doctor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/the_doctor.md): Medical professional called to attend to the victim.
- [John Henry Jackson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/john_henry_jackson.md): Distinct from other Jacksons, possibly a police officer.
- [The Little Doctor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/the_little_doctor.md): Small-statured doctor who assists with the case.
- [Mrs. Allery](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/mrs_allery.md): Wife or relative of Mr. Allery, appears briefly.
- [The Stranger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/the_stranger.md): Mysterious figure who appears at a critical moment.
- [The Old Servant](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/the_old_servant.md): Aged domestic servant in the Watson household.
- [A. Sinclair](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/a_sinclair.md): Possible relative or alias of Superintendent Sinclair.
- [Miss Allery](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/miss_allery.md): Female relative of Mr. Allery, appears in later chapters.
- [Colonel Fairfax](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wrong_letter_se/characters/colonel_fairfax.md): Military man mentioned in connection with the case.

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