The Two Mrs. Carrolls

A talented but dangerous painter who uses charm and deception to maintain two marriages. He is capable of violence to protect his art and lifestyle, including murder and blackmail, and he views Sally as a fleeting muse to be discarded.

Geoffrey's wife who is initially unsuspecting but quickly becomes suspicious of his behavior. She demonstrates resilience and resourcefulness as she pieces together the truth and orchestrates the counter-move against Geoffrey.

An icy, alluring figure who seeks Geoffrey's portrait and hints at a dangerous liaison. Her charm conceals a calculating, potentially dangerous agenda as she pursues her own interests.

The young Beatrice is caught in the adults' dangerous games but remains observant. Her presence foreshadows the consequences of the adult world’s deceptions.

A debt-ridden chemist who becomes a blackmailer. His threats help drive the conflict as Geoffrey tries to silence him to protect his secret.

The bumbling local physician who misreads Sally's illness as nerves. His presence adds comic relief while masking the real danger surrounding Sally.

Sally's old fiancé who brings legal and financial pressure into the plot through his wealthy client and the return of old loyalties.

The cool, wealthy matriarch who introduces the guests and exerts social influence over the unfolding drama.

A racetrack tout whose brief appearance ties the subplot to gambling pressures and Blagdon's debt.

Another racetrack patron who contributes to the atmosphere of betting and risk that frames the story.