The Amateur Cracksman · Character

Bunny

The narrator, a bankrupt old schoolmate of Raffles who trades his ruined respectability for life as a gentleman thief's devoted, anxious accomplice.

major

Also known as Good old Bunny, Poor old Bunny

First appearance: The Amateur Cracksman

As a major figure in The Amateur Cracksman, Bunny is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Raffles' accomplice and narrator, initially hesitant but drawn into the criminal life.

In the storyThe Amateur CracksmanOpen this moment free

Bunny arrives at Raffles's rooms with worthless checks and no future, and leaves as the lookout, driver, and conscience he never quite wanted to be. He flinches at murder talk, frets over warrants, and still follows his dazzling friend into one job after another, half in awe and half in dread. His running commentary gives the stories their intimacy, letting readers feel both the thrill and the queasy cost of Raffles's trade.

See Bunny in The Amateur Cracksman Book page

Free preview opens at this moment — character cards, Character Web, and themes sit beside the text as you read.

Character Web

18 connections

A slice of how Bunny sits in the book — open the reader for the full interactive map.

Relationship types

Other

Character groups

Raffles' criminal associates
Protagonist
Raffles' social and criminal contacts

+13 more in the full Character Web

Open in reader

Narrative arc

Story tension across the book.

Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

This excerpt marks the dramatic climax because it reveals the emotional and psychological peak of Bunny’s humi…

Full beat labels and climax notes unlock in the reader.

Follow the arc while reading

In the story

Bunny appears across 14 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

The Amateur Cracksman
Raffles' accomplice and narrator, initially hesitant but drawn into the criminal life.
The Ides of March
Accompanies Raffles to the dinner party and observes the tense encounter.
I
Financially ruined after losing at baccarat and spending his inheritance. Desperate and willing to commit any crime.
II
Initially horrified but ultimately agrees to help Raffles after being swayed by his trust and leadership.
A Costume Piece
Reluctantly joins Raffles in the scheme, is captured during the failed burglary, and later learns about Raffles' secret studio.
Gentlemen and Players
Accompanies Raffles to matches; expresses moral qualms about the planned theft; narrates the chapter.
Le Premier Pas
Listener to Raffles's confession; his persistent curiosity finally elicits the tale.
Wilful Murder
Narrates the chapter, expressing fear and moral conflict over Raffles' plan.
Nine Points of the Law
Accompanies Raffles to the solicitor, dines with Craggs, and ultimately succeeds in stealing the painting by chloroforming Craggs.
The Return Match
Accosted by Raffles, reluctantly accompanies him, stays with the police during the search, and discovers Raffles's body.
The Gift of the Emperor
Assists Raffles in the heist and faces the ensuing danger.
I
Narrator; initially unaware of Raffles' scheme, but agrees to join after confronting Raffles.
II
Narrates the chapter, expresses jealousy over Raffles's attention to Amy, and assists in planning the heist.
III
Narrates the events, assists Raffles, and is imprisoned after Raffles' escape.

Chapter companion notes

Spoil-light check-ins for Bunny unlock in the free preview.

See Bunny in The Amateur Cracksman