Mr. Trohm

Lucetta

Mr. Trohm is a manipulative figure who exerts control over Lucetta, possibly through blackmail or coercion.

Mr. Gryce

Mr. Gryce and Mr. Trohm interact as detective and potential suspect or informant, with mutual suspicion.

William Knollys

Mr. Trohm and William Knollys are in conflict, possibly over Lucetta or hidden family secrets.

Mother Jane

Mother Jane and Mr. Trohm share a dark, possibly co-dependent relationship rooted in shared secrets or manipulation.

Charles Knollys

Charles Knollys and Mr. Trohm are adversaries, likely over family inheritance or power struggles.

Lucetta

Mr. Trohm is a manipulative figure who exerts control over Lucetta, possibly through blackmail or coercion.

Lucetta

Mr. Trohm is a manipulative figure who exerts control over Lucetta, possibly through blackmail or coercion.

Mr. Gryce

Mr. Gryce and Mr. Trohm interact as detective and potential suspect or informant, with mutual suspicion.

Mother Jane

Mother Jane and Mr. Trohm share a dark, possibly co-dependent relationship rooted in shared secrets or manipulation.

Mother Jane

Mother Jane and Mr. Trohm share a dark, possibly co-dependent relationship rooted in shared secrets or manipulation.

William Knollys

Mr. Trohm and William Knollys are in conflict, possibly over Lucetta or hidden family secrets.

Mr. Gryce

Mr. Gryce and Mr. Trohm interact as detective and potential suspect or informant, with mutual suspicion.

Lost Man’s Lane

Suspected figure linked to the strange events on the lane.

I Am Tempted

Identified as a leading citizen of X who helped secure New York police services; his house is marked on Gryce's map.

A New Acquaintance

Delivers a letter and package to Miss Butterworth; displays unease and makes cryptic remarks; Lucetta is terrified of him.

XIII: Gossip

Arrives in a buggy at the end of the chapter, offering a potential ride home for Miss Butterworth.

XIV: I Forget My Age, or, Rather, Remember It

Mr. Trohm drives Miss Butterworth home, showing off his well-kept property and expressing concern for her safety, but avoids direct discussion of the Knollys.

XV: Lucetta Fulfils My Expectation of Her

Departs in his wagon before the chapter's events; his earlier presence is noted.

The Second Night

Miss Butterworth thinks of him during the night as a comforting topic, recalling their ride together.

Questions

Rides up to greet Miss Butterworth, showing concern for her well-being and engaging in conversation about Mother Jane and the house.

Mother Jane

Mentioned as having visited that morning; William suspects him of spying and links him to the police.

Book III: Forward and Back

His involvement and mysterious behavior are key to the investigation.

A Point Gained

Mentioned as the one who summoned Mr. Gryce and has interest in the disappearances.

The Text Witnesseth

Mentioned by William as someone with whom Miss Butterworth supposedly discussed Lucetta and the family.

An Intrusion

Arrives with Mr. Gryce, offering his own house for search to make the investigation easier; Lucetta objects to his presence.

XXIX: In the Cellar

Gives Miss Butterworth a deferential bow and look of anxiety before taking his leave.

XXXIII: Lucetta

Rides up to the gate and converses with Miss Butterworth, expressing skepticism about the police investigations.

An Hour of Startling Experiences

Offers pears and proposes to Miss Butterworth, but is refused; doves land on him, raising suspicion.

I Astonish Mr. Gryce and He Astonishes Me

Suspected by Lucetta's sisters but defended by William Knollys as a friend.

A Few Words

Identified by Mr. Gryce as the prime suspect, despite appearances in his favor.

Under a Crimson Sky

Revealed as a maniac who delights in his crimes; leaps in triumph after Lucetta disappears, then is handcuffed.