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Mary Boyne

This person is the story's main character; she and her husband purchase a house that is supposedly haunted.

Edward "Ned" Boyne

This person is the husband of the main character; he disappears mysteriously.

Alida Stair

This person is a cousin and friend to the main character and her husband; she is the one who first tells them that Lyng is haunted.

Bob Elwell

This person tried to sue male protagonist, but died before he could bring his case to court.

The Gentleman

This person is a mysterious visitor; the main character's husband is last seen leaving the house with him.

The Boiler Man

This tradesman comes to the main character's house to talk about repairs needed in the greenhouses.

Trimmle

This person is the Boynes' parlor-maid.

The Kitchen Maid

This person works for the protagonists and is the one who let the mysterious stranger into the house...

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