Bill Beverley

Antony Gillingham

Close friends and companions, with Bill often assisting Antony in his amateur detective work.

Matthew Cayley

Bill is suspicious of Matthew and often clashes with him over the investigation.

Mark Ablett

Bill is a loyal friend to Mark, though he becomes troubled by Mark's possible guilt.

Robert Ablett

Bill meets Robert only once, finding him unpleasant and confrontational.

Miss Norris

Bill interacts with Miss Norris as a fellow guest and witness, with no strong bond.

Betty Calladine

Betty is Bill's love interest, and their interactions are flirtatious and affectionate.

Antony Gillingham

Close friends and companions, with Bill often assisting Antony in his amateur detective work.

Matthew Cayley

Bill is suspicious of Matthew and often clashes with him over the investigation.

Mark Ablett

Bill is a loyal friend to Mark, though he becomes troubled by Mark's possible guilt.

Antony Gillingham

Close friends and companions, with Bill often assisting Antony in his amateur detective work.

Robert Ablett

Bill meets Robert only once, finding him unpleasant and confrontational.

Miss Norris

Bill interacts with Miss Norris as a fellow guest and witness, with no strong bond.

The Red House Mystery

Antony's friend who is staying at the Red House and accompanies him during the investigation.

Mr. Gillingham Gets Out at the Wrong Station

A cheerful young guest at the Red House; jokes with the Major and comments on the news about Robert.

III: Two Men and a Body

Antony's old friend; out playing golf at the time of the incident; expected to return shortly.

IV: The Brother from Australia

Returns with the golf party and is greeted by Antony, who informs him of the tragedy.

VI: Outside or Inside?

Joins Antony on the garden seat, asks about the murder, and accompanies Antony to the inn.

VII: Portrait of a Gentleman

Bill provides insights into Mark's controlling nature and Cayley's quiet demeanor, revealing his own discomfort with Mark's arrangements.

VIII: “Do You Follow Me, Watson?”

Bill is Antony's friend and sounding board, initially reluctant to suspect Cayley but gradually following Antony's logic.

IX: Possibilities of a Croquet Set

Accompanies Antony, shares details about the ghost sighting, and expresses excitement about secret passages.

X: Mr. Gillingham Talks Nonsense

Enters noisily, excited about the investigation; accompanies Antony to the pond and discusses the secret passage.

XI: The Reverend Theodore Ussher

Assists Antony in the search, expresses eagerness to explore the passage, and struggles with the moral implications of finding Mark.

XII: A Shadow on the Wall

Assists Antony in the reenactment and agrees to watch Cayley with him.

XIII: The Open Window

Listens to Antony's theory with excitement, then eagerly agrees to stalk Cayley near the pond. He finds the whole investigation 'glorious fun' and looks forward to exploring the secret passage.

Mr. Beverley Qualifies for the Stage

Covers for Antony by pretending to read and tapping a warning on the shelves when Cayley returns.

XV: Mrs. Norbury Confides in Dear Mr. Gillingham

Accompanies Antony to Jallands and delivers Cayley's letter to Miss Norbury.

XVI: Getting Ready for the Night

Listens to Antony's theory, agrees to the plan, and offers to create a dummy figure in his bed.

Mr. Beverley Takes the Water

Proposes alternative theories about Mark's escape, prepares a dummy in his bed, and waits in hiding to observe Cayley.

XVIII: Guesswork

Engages in the guesswork, initially disappointed but then excited by the collar clue.

XIX: The Inquest

Gives evidence about Mark's letter and his reaction; provides whispered commentary to Antony.

Mr. Beverley Is Tactful

Tactfully investigates at the Plough and Horses; reports a woman stayed Monday night; is enthusiastic but kept in suspense.

XXI: Cayley's Apology

Mentioned as a good fellow whom Cayley asks Antony to look after.

XXII: Mr. Beverley Moves On

Listens to Antony's explanation, expresses surprise, and asks about the Plough and Horses ruse.