# Jem Groves — The Old Curiosity Shop character guide

> Jem Groves in The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** James Groves, Mr. Groves, Mr. James Groves

**First appearance:** 0004-ii

## Who they are

A publican and associate of Quilp's circle.

## In the story

### [XXIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_old_curiosity_shop_se/chapters/xxix)

Jemmy Groves is the other gambler, a burly man with large black whiskers, a coarse mouth, and a bull neck. He is more accommodating than Isaac List.

### [The Night at the Valiant Soldier](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_old_curiosity_shop_se/chapters/xxx)

Landlord of the Valiant Soldier, who changes Nell's gold piece and offers lodging.

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