Mary Hannay

Dick

Dick and Mary are a devoted married couple, with Mary supporting Dick in his dangerous mission.

Dominick Medina

Medina manipulates and psychologically torments Mary, using her as a pawn in his larger plan to control Dick.

The Marquis de la Tour du Pin

Mary interacts with the Marquis as part of the social circle connected to the hostage situation and the French background of the plot.

Madame Breda

Madame Breda is a servant or companion to Mary, assisting with household matters and providing support.

David Warcliff

David Warcliff is an acquaintance of Mary, connected through the social circles involved in the hostage crisis.

Sandy Arbuthnot

Mary and Sandy share a warm friendship, with Sandy often visiting and assisting the Hannay family.

Archie Roylance

Archie is a good friend of Mary and Dick, often socializing with them and offering support.

Peter John

Mary is the mother of Peter John, her young son with Dick, and she is deeply protective of him.

Dick

Dick and Mary are a devoted married couple, with Mary supporting Dick in his dangerous mission.

Madame Breda

Madame Breda is a servant or companion to Mary, assisting with household matters and providing support.

The Marquis de la Tour du Pin

Mary interacts with the Marquis as part of the social circle connected to the hostage situation and the French background of the plot.

Dick

Dick and Mary are a devoted married couple, with Mary supporting Dick in his dangerous mission.

The Three Hostages

Hannay's wife, who supports him but is concerned about his return to dangerous work.

I: Doctor Greenslade Theorises

Hannay's wife, described as completely sane and unafraid, who laughs at Greenslade's serious talk.

III: Researches in the Subconscious

Mentioned as sleeping peacefully; Hannay recalls her comment about Medina; not directly present in the chapter.

VII: Some Experiences of a Disciple

Mary is mentioned as a source of comfort for Hannay during his visits to Fosse Manor.

X: Confidences at a Wayside Inn

Mentioned as being at Fosse, warding off visitors while Hannay is supposedly on rest cure.

XIII: I Visit the Fields of Eden

Hannay is shocked to see her dancing at the dance hall, heavily made-up and dressed vulgarly.

Sir Archibald Roylance Puts His Foot in It

Calls Hannay in alarm about Archie's brawl, discusses the danger to the Marquis, and expresses fierce determination to save David Warcliff.

XV: How a French Nobleman Discovered Fear

Mary is referenced as having briefed Turpin on the situation and giving him instructions before the raid.

Our Time Is Narrowed

Receives Hannay's urgent warning; visits Hill Street to maintain cover; acts as a distraught mother to allay suspicion.

The Night of the First of June

Sends word via Greenslade that things are going well and that Hannay must meet her at the Fields of Eden at 10:30 PM.

XIX: The Night of the First of June—Later

Delivers a powerful ultimatum to Medina, demanding the return of David Warcliff's soul.

XX: Machray

Hannay's wife; senses danger when Medina's presence is mentioned, but Hannay reassures her.

I: 9 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.

Observes Hannay's movements through a telescope from the library window, growing anxious as he climbs higher.

II: 2:15 p.m., to About 5 p.m.

Mentioned in Hannay's thoughts as having tea at Machray.

IV: 7:30 p.m. and Onwards

Mentioned as finding Hannay with Angus the next morning.