An AI-generated relationship map

The Maltese Falcon Character Relationship Map

Explore the relationships between Sam Spade, Brigid O'Shaughnessy, Joel Cairo, Kasper Gutman, Miles Archer, and the other major characters in The Maltese Falcon by Dashiell Hammett.

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Spoilers: this map covers the whole book.

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Partner ofAttracted toBetraysHiresKillsRival ofSeeksRival ofCommandsSeeksServesAssistant toSam SpadeBrigid O'ShaughnessyJoel CairoKasper GutmanMiles ArcherEffie PerineWilmer Cook

Key characters

  • Sam Spade
  • Brigid O'Shaughnessy
  • Joel Cairo
  • Kasper Gutman
  • Miles Archer
  • Effie Perine
  • Wilmer Cook

Key relationships

Sam Spade → Miles Archer
Partner of
Sam Spade → Brigid O'Shaughnessy
Attracted to
Sam Spade → Brigid O'Shaughnessy
Betrays
Brigid O'Shaughnessy → Sam Spade
Hires
Brigid O'Shaughnessy → Miles Archer
Kills
Joel Cairo → Sam Spade
Rival of
Joel Cairo → Brigid O'Shaughnessy
Seeks
Kasper Gutman → Sam Spade
Rival of
Kasper Gutman → Wilmer Cook
Commands
Kasper Gutman → Brigid O'Shaughnessy
Seeks
Wilmer Cook → Kasper Gutman
Serves
Effie Perine → Sam Spade
Assistant to

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