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Marcus Goldman

This character is a successful writer who experiences writer's block in the beginning of the novel. This character is also the main narrator of the novel.

Harry Quebert

This character is a very successful writer who became famous for the book The Origin of Evil. This character was held by law enforcement as a suspect in the murder of Nola Kellergan.

Nola Kellergan

This character is an effervescent 15-year-old who was murdered in 1975.

Elijah Spencer

This character is a wealthy businessman who sold his house at Goose Cove to the supposed author of The Origin of Evil.

Luther Caleb

This character is an artist and chauffeur who was employed by the wealthy businessman who sold his house at Goose Cove to the supposed author of The Origin of Evil.

Travis Dawn

This person is the Somerset Police Chief in 2008. He turns out to be the killer of...

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