Reunion of Graduates

Main Characters and Their Development

• Harriet Vane - The protagonist, a detective novelist who returns to her alma mater, the women's college of Shrewsbury in Oxford, to deal with a series of troubling incidents. During the investigation, she confronts her own internal conflicts and questions about her identity and independence. Harriet undergoes significant personal growth, re-evaluating her relationships with others and herself.
• Lord Peter Wimsey - An aristocrat and amateur detective who assists Harriet in the investigation. He is also her long-time admirer and proposes marriage to her. In this book, Peter is portrayed as someone who respects Harriet's independence and supports her pursuit of self-fulfillment. His patience and understanding play a key role in the development of their relationship.
• Miss de Vine - The college dean who supports Harriet in her investigation. She embodies female independence and intellect, inspiring Harriet to reconsider her life priorities.
• Miss Lydgate - One of the college's faculty members who is also involved in the events at Shrewsbury. Her character helps to reveal the theme of academic life and the challenges faced by women in the scholarly environment.