The Thirteenth Tale

Main Characters and Their Development

• Margaret Lea — a young biographer tasked with writing the biography of the renowned author Vida Winter. As she works on the book, Margaret uncovers the secrets of Winter's past and finds parallels with her own life, helping her overcome her inner fears and traumas.
• Vida Winter — a famous author known for her mysterious and fantastical stories. She invites Margaret Lea to tell her true biography, filled with secrets and tragedies. Through her narrative, Vida reveals her deeply hidden secrets and experiences.
• Isabelle Angelfield — the mother of Vida Winter and Emmeline, a woman with an unstable psyche who significantly influences the fates of her children. Her behavior and actions become key elements in the plot's development.
• Emmeline Angelfield — Vida Winter's twin sister, whose life is closely intertwined with Vida's. Emmeline suffers from mental disorders, and her fate is one of the central mysteries of the book.
• Aurelius Angelfield — the grandmother of Vida and Emmeline, who also plays a crucial role in the family history. Her relationships with her daughter Isabelle and granddaughters significantly influence the unfolding events.