Stephen King
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The Thorn Birds Characters
| Character Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Meggie Cleary | Sensitive daughter of the Cleary family. Loves Father Ralph. |
| Father Ralph de Bricassart | Ambitious priest torn between faith and love for Meggie. |
| Paddy Cleary | Strong, hardworking father of the Cleary family. |
| Fiona “Fee” Cleary | Tough, reserved mother who faces many challenges. |
| Frank Cleary | Rebellious oldest son with a troubled past. |
| Bob Cleary | Steady, dependable Cleary son. Works hard on the ranch. |
| Jack Cleary | Loyal, kind Cleary son with a quiet demeanor. |
| Hughie Cleary | Gentle and caring Cleary son. |
| Stuart Cleary | Quiet and introverted Cleary son. Major character. |
| Jims Cleary | Twin brother to Patsy. Mischievous and fun-loving. |
| Patsy Cleary | Twin brother to Jims. Adventurous and daring. |
| Dane O’Neill | Meggie’s son who becomes a dedicated priest. |
| Justine O’Neill | Meggie’s strong-willed daughter with big dreams. |
| Mary Carson | Wealthy and controlling aunt of the Clearys. |
| Luke O’Neill | Ambitious and self-centered, marries Meggie. |
| Luddie Mueller | Kind-hearted friend of Meggie in Queensland. |
| Anne Mueller | Luddie’s supportive and wise wife. |
| Rainer Hartheim | Rainer is a charming German diplomat and Justine’s lover. |
| Minnie | Reliable servant on Drogheda ranch. |
| Cat | Hard-working servant at Drogheda. |
| Harold Bevan | Strict and loyal bishop to the Catholic Church. |
| Archbishop Vittorio | Influential leader in the Catholic Church. |
| Father Ralph’s Mother | Proud and distant, with high expectations for Ralph. |
| Jimmy Harrigan | Friendly stockman who works on the Drogheda ranch. |
| Angus MacQueen | Luke O’Neill’s strict and hardworking boss. |
| Meghan King | Mother of Frank’s secret family. |
| Fee’s Brother | Briefly mentioned as unsupportive of Fee. |
| Meggie’s School Teacher | Cares for Meggie and sees her potential. |
| Father Jones | Priest who helps Dane at seminary. |
| Eileen O’Rourke | Meggie’s schoolmate and loyal friend. |
| Molly | A young maid on Drogheda. |
| Dane’s Roommate | Close friend to Dane at the seminary. |
| Stuart’s Friend | Companion of Stuart with whom he shares interests. |
| Justine’s Agent | Helps Justine with her acting career. |
| Cleary’s Neighbor | Helps Paddy on the farm occasionally. |
| Old Joe | Elderly stockman who shares wisdom with younger workers. |
| Head Cook | Manages the kitchen on Drogheda. |
| Drogheda Butcher | Provides meat for the Drogheda household. |
| Cattle Stockman | Works with the cattle at Drogheda. |
| Sheep Shearer | Works during shearing season at the ranch. |
| Postmaster | Manages the post office in the nearby town. |
| School Principal | Runs the local school in Gilly. |
| Priest’s Assistant | Helps Father Ralph with church duties. |
| Drogheda Gardener | Takes care of the garden at the Cleary ranch. |
| Hospital Doctor | Treats the Clearys during various illnesses. |
| Dane’s Classmate | Attends seminary with Dane and becomes a close friend. |
| Cattle Buyer | Purchases cattle from the Clearys’ ranch. |
| Mrs. Peterson | A chatty neighbor who gossips about the Clearys. |
| Gilly’s Shopkeeper | Owns the general store in Gilly. |
| Young Drover | Works on the Cleary’s ranch during sheep drives. |
| Local Barber | Gives haircuts to the Cleary men. |
| Town Constable | Ensures law and order in the nearby town. |
| Traveling Salesman | Sells goods to families in the region. |
| Railway Conductor | Helps transport goods and people from Gilly. |
| Lady at Church | Regularly attends church services. |
| Boarding House Landlady | Runs the boarding house Justine stays at in London. |
| Father Jones’ Niece | Visits the seminary occasionally. |
| Luke’s Workmates | Share stories and jokes with Luke in Queensland. |
| Drogheda Maid | Works alongside Minnie in the house. |
| Cleary Cousin | Distant relative who visits Drogheda once. |
| Town Doctor | Assists in delivering babies in Gilly. |
| Dane’s Mentor | Guides Dane during his training in the seminary. |
| Store Clerk | Assists Meggie in buying supplies. |
| Justine’s Landlord | Manages Justine’s flat in London. |
| Seminary Librarian | Helps students find the right books. |
| Luke’s Former Boss | Fires Luke for not meeting expectations. |
| Bishop’s Secretary | Assists with church correspondence. |
| Seminary Classmate | Studious companion of Dane. |
| Justine’s Co-actor | Works with Justine in a play. |
| Cleary’s Shepherd | Manages sheep at the Cleary ranch. |
| Minnie’s Husband | Visits Minnie occasionally at Drogheda. |
| Visiting Nun | Stays at the church to help with charity work. |
| Ranch Horse Trainer | Trains the Cleary’s horses on Drogheda. |
| Mary Carson’s Lawyer | Manages her estate and legal affairs. |
| Traveling Priest | Visits Drogheda for occasional masses. |
| Luke’s Drinking Buddy | Drinks and talks with Luke at the local bar. |
| Young Priest | Looks up to Father Ralph and learns from him. |
| Ranch Stable Boy | Takes care of the horses. |
| Fiona’s Midwife | Helps Fee during childbirth. |
| Dane’s Childhood Friend | Plays with Dane at the ranch when they were kids. |
| Rainer’s Driver | Escorts Rainer during his visits. |
| Local Shop Owner | Sells supplies in Gilly. |
| Visiting Bishop | Oversees the priests in the area. |
| Dane’s Theology Teacher | Instructs Dane in seminary studies. |
| Housemaid at Luke’s | Works in Luke’s home during his marriage to Meggie. |
| Family Doctor | Treats the Cleary family at Drogheda. |
| Drogheda Blacksmith | Repairs tools and horseshoes on the ranch. |
| Seminary Cook | Prepares meals for the students. |
| Young Girl in Town | Watches Justine’s performances. |
| Stockyard Manager | Oversees cattle sales in Queensland. |
| Luke’s Housekeeper | Cleans and organizes Luke’s home. |
| Gilly School Teacher | Teaches younger Cleary children. |
| Ralph’s Confessor | Guides Ralph spiritually. |
| Church Organist | Plays during church services. |
| Luke’s Coworker | Shares work shifts with Luke. |
| Local Carpenter | Repairs buildings on the Cleary’s land. |
| Justine’s Theater Director | Directs Justine in stage plays. |
| Minnie’s Daughter | Helps Minnie with household chores. |
| Drogheda Chef | Oversees kitchen staff on the ranch. |
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