Mr. Gryce

Eleanore Leavenworth

Eleanore is a suspect interviewed by Mr. Gryce, who treats her with suspicion but also respect for her composure.

Mary Leavenworth

Mary Leavenworth is a prime suspect who actively tries to deceive and outmaneuver Mr. Gryce during the investigation.

Hannah

Hannah is interrogated by Mr. Gryce, who pressures her to reveal what she knows about the murder.

Eleanore Leavenworth

Eleanore is a suspect interviewed by Mr. Gryce, who treats her with suspicion but also respect for her composure.

Hannah

Hannah is interrogated by Mr. Gryce, who pressures her to reveal what she knows about the murder.

Mary Leavenworth

Mary Leavenworth is a prime suspect who actively tries to deceive and outmaneuver Mr. Gryce during the investigation.

Mary Leavenworth

Mary Leavenworth is a prime suspect who actively tries to deceive and outmaneuver Mr. Gryce during the investigation.

Eleanore Leavenworth

Eleanore is a suspect interviewed by Mr. Gryce, who treats her with suspicion but also respect for her composure.

Book I: The Problem

Mr. Gryce takes charge of the investigation and involves the narrator.

A Great Case

The detective on the case, portly and observant, who shares initial findings and hints at the case's significance.

A Clue

Produces the half-burned paraffine candle found in the carriage yard, providing a crucial clue.

Expert Testimony

Observes the proceedings, calms the cook, and instructs the narrator to be ready to fetch the young ladies.

VI: Sidelights

Observes the scene with a steady, compassionate countenance, restrains the narrator from approaching Eleanore, and supports her as they go downstairs.

VII: Mary Leavenworth

Detective present at the inquest, noted for his demeanor and interaction with the witnesses.

VIII: Circumstantial Evidence

Observes quietly, whispers to the coroner, and produces the soiled handkerchief as evidence.

IX: A Discovery

Directs the investigation; receives a report from Fobbs about Eleanore's actions; counts his fingers in a troubled manner.

X: Mr. Gryce Receives New Impetus

Receives new impetus from the key discovery; confronts Eleanore and later accepts Mary's plea to pursue justice.

The Summons

Leaves the premises after the verdict; suspected of planning further action.

XIII: The Problem

Mentioned as the investigator whose suspicions the narrator hopes to combat.

Book II: Henry Clavering

Remains active in the investigation, interacting with Clavering.

XIV: Mr. Gryce at Home

Receives the narrator at home; discusses the case and proposes the narrator cultivate Henry Clavering; admits his inability to pass as a gentleman.

Ways Opening

Mentioned as having visited Mary and as the one who directed the narrator to watch Clavering; also reported to be hopeful about finding Hannah.

XVI: The Will of a Millionaire

Requests the narrator's help in investigating the connection between the cousins and Mr. Clavering.

The Beginning of Great Surprises

Mentioned as being present with the narrator when they overheard Mary's accusation.

XIX: In My Office

Raymond resolves to notify Gryce of Clavering's departure, though Gryce does not appear directly in the chapter.

Patchwork

Suffering from rheumatism, discusses the torn letter and Clavering's departure; expresses concern about the narrator investigating alone.

A Report Followed by Smoke

Listens to the narrator's evidence about Clavering and Eleanore; declares he believes Eleanore is innocent.

XXV: Timothy Cook

Leads the interrogation of Timothy Cook; orchestrates the identification of Mary Leavenworth as the bride in the secret marriage.

Mr. Gryce Explains Himself

Explains his theory that Eleanore is shielding Mary, plans to arrest Eleanore unless a missing link is found, and sends the narrator on a mission to R⸺.

Book III: Hannah

Leads the search for Hannah, piecing together clues about her disappearance.

XXX: Burned Paper

Referenced as the one who must be informed of Hannah's death via telegram.

Book IV: The Problem Solved

The detective who pieces together the final clues leading to the solution.

Mr. Gryce Resumes Control

Arrives at R⸺ and resumes control of the investigation; questions Mrs. Belden and casts doubt on Hannah's written confession.

XXXV: Fine Work

Leads the investigation, matches the confession paper to Mr. Leavenworth's library paper, and deduces Mary's guilt from Eleanore's diary.

Gathered Threads

Delivers a detailed report of his investigation, concluding that Mary Leavenworth is the murderer.

Culmination

Reveals he arranged for Mary to meet her uncle's murderer, and holds back the report.

A Full Confession

Investigator whose suspicions the narrator fears but misjudges.