Sam Brattle

Mr. Fenwick

Fenwick is a compassionate mentor and friend to the troubled Sam, striving to reform and protect him.

George Brattle

George is Sam's older brother, who feels a mix of anger and protective responsibility for Sam's wayward behavior.

Mr. Fenwick

Fenwick is a compassionate mentor and friend to the troubled Sam, striving to reform and protect him.

George Brattle

George is Sam's older brother, who feels a mix of anger and protective responsibility for Sam's wayward behavior.

Mr. Fenwick

Fenwick is a compassionate mentor and friend to the troubled Sam, striving to reform and protect him.

The Vicar of Bullhampton

George Brattle's son, already associated with suspicion and trouble.

Sam Brattle

Captured by Fenwick while lurking with accomplices; released with a stern warning about his future.

The Miller

Mentioned as a former favorite of Mr. Fenwick, now idle and disobedient, causing trouble for the family.

VI: Brattle's Mill

Discussed as having been seen with two ruffians near the vicarage; not present at the mill.

The Miller's Wife

Absent from home; last seen two days prior; reportedly went to Lavington; Fenwick fears he is involved with thieves.

The Last Day

Mentioned as not having been home last night; believed to have been involved with two men in a cart passing through Paul's Hinton.

Crunch'em Can't Be Had

Has returned home and is assisting his father with mill repairs, but his recent activities remain suspicious.

XI: Don’t You Be Afeard About Me

Defiantly working on the mill roof, refuses to heed Fenwick's warnings about his criminal associates.

XII: Bone'm and His Master

Under suspicion for Trumbull's murder; admits to being out the night of the crime.

Cousinhood

Suspected of involvement in the murder; has been committed by the magistrates; his sister Fanny defends him.

The Police at Fault

Remanded to gaol for a third week; police still lack direct evidence against him.

The Marquis of Trowbridge

Subject of the dispute; expected to be released from prison for lack of evidence, but the Marquis wants him banished.

Sam Brattle Returns Home

Discharged from court but initially hesitant to leave; refuses money from Fenwick but agrees to go home to the mill.

What the Fenwicks Thought About It

Has disappeared after working hard at the mill for a fortnight. The constable suspects he has gone to join the Grinder, but Mr. Fenwick believes he has gone to find his sister Carry.

Carry Brattle

Encountered by Fenwick on the road near Lavington; declines a ride but says he is going to the mill.

Sam Brattle Goes Off Again

Visits the Vicarage to announce he is leaving the mill after a quarrel with his father about Carry.

A Lover's Madness

Writes to Fanny from London, asking for money to help Carry, and instructs her not to tell their father.

The Three Honest Men

Carry's brother, who wrote to Fenwick from Salisbury demanding the promised home and warning about an unpaid bill.

Trotter's Buildings

Left Carry at Mrs. Stiggs's after a fight at the Three Honest Men; he is bruised and avoids being seen by Mr. Fenwick.

Mr. Jay of Warminster

Now wanted by the constable in connection with Trumbull's murder; Fenwick still believes him innocent.

Sam Brattle Is Wanted

Wanted by police in connection with Trumbull's murder; his whereabouts are unknown; Fenwick believes him innocent.

Mary Lowther Returns to Bullhampton

Still missing; his bail may be forfeited if he does not appear by June 5th.

Mary Lowther's Doom

Awaiting final magisterial examination for the murder of Mr. Trumbull, remanded despite protests.

The Grinder and His Comrade

Cleared of murder and released; behaves independently as a witness, refusing to answer certain questions; threatens anyone who speaks against his sister; agrees to attend trial only if expenses are paid.

At the Mill

Arrives unexpectedly at the mill, offers to work during his father's absence, and plans to delay his own appearance at the trial.

The Squire Is Very Obstinate

Mentioned as not yet appearing at the trial; Carry fears he will be in trouble.

The Trial

Arrives late at the court, gives evidence but refuses to answer questions about his sister's character, becoming impudent with the barrister.

Conclusion

Returns to the mill, works daily, marries Agnes Pope, and is accepted back into the family.