Characters from Early Autumn: A Spenser Novel

Character Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major characters in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Characters

Spenser - This character is a private investigator.

Paul Giacomin - This character is young, shy, introverted, and awkward.

Hawk - This character is a tough enforcer.

Patty Giacomin - This character is insecure and promiscuous.

Mel Giacomin - This character sells insurance.

Buddy Hartman - This character is a thug who squeals information when roughed up.

Elaine Brooks - This character has a piece of property, not their residence, which burns down.

Susan Silverman - This character is a guidance counselor.

Harry Cotton - This character is dirty, scrawny, and potbellied; but...
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