Characters in Poison Study

Yelena

A convicted murderer given a reprieve from execution to become the Commander's food taster, tasked with detecting poison in every meal she is served.

General Brazell

Father of the man Yelena was convicted of killing, and the director of an orphanage-workhouse, who has vowed revenge against her for his son's death.

Valek

The Commander's chief of security and leader of Ixia's intelligence network, who arranges for Yelena to become food taster and trains her to detect poison.

Also in Assassin Study, Fire Study, Shadow Study

Maren

Also in Power Study

Randall Scott

Ari

One of Valek's soldiers, a strong and easygoing fighter who becomes protective of Yelena early in the story, treating her like a little sister.

Also in Fire Study, Power Study

Janco

Ari's quick-witted partner among Valek's soldiers, a light-footed fighter known for his banter, jokes and love of a good prank.

Also in Fire Study, Power Study

Commander Ambrose

The military ruler of Ixia, whose food Yelena is assigned to taste and whose rule shapes the strict order of the country she lives in.

Also in Magic Study, Fire Study