Black Dogs

Main Characters and Their Development

• Jeremy - the main character and narrator, who explores the lives of his adoptive parents, June and Bernard. He seeks to understand their complex relationship and the impact of historical events on their lives.
• June Trevethick - Jeremy's adoptive mother, who experienced a traumatic encounter with the black dogs in her youth. She becomes spiritually enlightened and distances herself from Bernard.
• Bernard Trevethick - Jeremy's adoptive father, a rationalist and scientist who does not share June's spiritual beliefs. His relationship with June becomes strained due to their differing worldviews.