J. G. Reeder

Margaret Belman

J. G. Reeder works closely with Margaret Belman, likely as a colleague or assistant in criminal investigations.

Mr. Daver

J. G. Reeder and Mr. Daver are adversaries, with Daver likely a criminal or suspect under Reeder's scrutiny.

Olga Crewe

Olga Crewe is a manipulative figure who engages in a tense psychological game with J. G. Reeder.

Mr. Ravini

J. G. Reeder and Mr. Ravini have a professional relationship, possibly as informant or suspect.

Chief Inspector Simpson

Chief Inspector Simpson is J. G. Reeder's superior, collaborating on criminal cases.

Mrs. Burton

Mrs. Burton is likely a landlady or associate who assists J. G. Reeder in his investigations.

John Flack

John Flack is a criminal antagonist who opposes J. G. Reeder's efforts.

Police Officer Dyer

Police Officer Dyer is a subordinate or colleague who assists J. G. Reeder in police operations.

Detective Gray

Detective Gray is a colleague who collaborates with J. G. Reeder on cases.

Mr. Daver

J. G. Reeder and Mr. Daver are adversaries, with Daver likely a criminal or suspect under Reeder's scrutiny.

Margaret Belman

J. G. Reeder works closely with Margaret Belman, likely as a colleague or assistant in criminal investigations.

Mr. Daver

J. G. Reeder and Mr. Daver are adversaries, with Daver likely a criminal or suspect under Reeder's scrutiny.

I

Mentioned in Margaret's thoughts; she is irritated by his cheerfulness at her departure.

II

Detective to the Public Prosecutor's office; he intervenes on Margaret's behalf, threatening Ravini with exposure and escorting her away.

III

Reveals John Flack's escape and his grudge, expresses concern for Margaret's safety, and discusses his role in Flack's capture.

IV

Reeder is called upon by Police Officer Dyer to assist with a suspicious situation. He demonstrates his cunning by avoiding the trap set for him, using a walking stick to trigger a hidden spring gun, and deducing the woman's role as a decoy.

V

Discusses the attack with Simpson, suspects John Flack, and examines a spring gun.

VII

Attends the police conference, deduces Flack's intentions, writes to Margaret, and discovers strychnine in his tea.

The Hunt for John Flack

Reflects on his history with the Flack gang, receives a threatening call from John Flack, and investigates Ravini's disappearance.

IX

Arrives at Larmes Keep, changes into a lounge suit, locks his door, and sleeps until two in the morning to prepare for his unofficial inspection.

The Nightmare in the Corridor

Investigates the disturbance in the corridor, retrieves his truncheon, and later reassures Margaret after hearing voices downstairs.

Chapter XI

Investigates the well and bathing pool, overhears Daver's argument, and explores the underwater cave.

XII

Sets up a rope ladder, hides Brill, plays bridge, signals for help, and investigates the disappearance of Brill and the guests.

XIII

Leads the investigation, reconstructs the gas attack, and requests to interview Margaret Belman.

XIV

Arranged Margaret's escape; mentioned as having a look of grave concern.

XV

Displays uncharacteristic rage, shaves his whiskers, and aggressively interrogates Daver about Margaret Belman.

XVI

Referred to as the target of Flack's plan to dispose of him.

XVIII

Leads the investigation, discovers hidden passages, coordinates search, and confronts Flack in the caves.

XIX

Rescues Olga Crewe from the cave, questions her about Margaret Belman, and later finds Margaret alive in the safe.

The Truth Unveiled

Interrogates Olga Crewe about Ravini's fate and the events at Larmes Keep.

XXI

Cancels appointments to take Margaret to Richmond Park; awkwardly proposes marriage and shares a kiss with her.