The Thirteenth Tale

A cautious biographer who verifies memories against public records and remains skeptical of Vida’s memories. She pieces together a family saga marked by secrecy and trauma, using restraint and empathy to uncover the truth.

A renowned author who claims to be Adeline March and whose memories hint at a hidden past. She guides the narrative with a guarded, self-protective presence, ultimately revealing the truth about Angelfield and its inhabitants.

The older twin’s violent, jealous aspect revealed as Adeline; a force that destabilizes Angelfield and drives decisive, tragic actions.

The gentler twin, deeply affected by separation and attention, whose fragility contrasts with Adeline’s intensity. She embodies the lasting sorrow and vulnerability within the sisters.

The mother who endures abuse at the hands of Charlie, a figure seen through the family’s isolation and secret-keeping. Her absence and the tragedy surrounding her shape the twins’ fate.

Governess whose influence is limited; her past and actions hint at the complexities behind the twins’ upbringing and the attempts to separate them.

The loyal housekeeper who becomes morally compromised as the deception surrounding Angelfield deepens. Her role is central to the estate’s hidden history.

The stable, grounding presence with a dangerous edge; his actions tie into the accidents that erase traces of the truth.

An enigmatic figure tied to Angelfield’s final secret; he reappears with a calm, remorseful demeanor and hints at a deeper, unsettling past.