The primary antagonist from a wealthy family who impacts Maurice's life significantly through past violence. He is later revealed to be a complex character shaped by his father's abuse.

Thomas's great-niece, who manages the hotel where Maurice spends his last evening. She represents a younger generation moving forward from her family's past while forming a respectful relationship with Maurice.

Maurice's older brother, who greatly influences him despite dying from tuberculosis early in Maurice's life. Tony instilled faith in Maurice's abilities and remains a guiding presence in his memories.

Maurice's daughter, who dies before birth but remains a presence in his life through his imagination and emotions. She symbolizes parts of Maurice's character like tenderness and conscience.

Sadie's sister with a mental health condition who frequently spends weekends with Maurice and Sadie. Her unpredictable behavior and love for shiny objects highlight the family's affection amidst chaos.

Maurice's son, a journalist living in the United States, to whom Maurice addresses much of his narrative. He represents Maurice's connection to the future and embodies a different, more emotionally open generation.

Maurice's wife, remembered through both idealized and complex detailed memories, showing her significant impact on his life. She is a warm and proactive character who shares a deep bond with Maurice.

A wealthy family who owns the estate where Maurice worked as a child. Their dysfunctional dynamics and decline play a significant role in shaping Maurice's perceptions and life experiences.

The present-day bartender at the hotel who interacts warmly with Maurice, highlighting cultural shifts in Ireland. She provides grounding moments in Maurice's reminiscences with gentle humor.

A young man Maurice meets after Sadie's death, initially mistaking him for a thief. He becomes a connection point for Maurice, revealing Maurice's loneliness while also providing a pivotal narrative turn.