Thérèse Raquin

Thérèse Raquin grew up under the care of Madame Raquin and became the wife of her cousin. Her outward calm conceals the weariness of a confined, unfree life. Laurent — Camille's friend, an unsuccessful artist with no solid plans; he is drawn to both passion and the possibility of improving his situation. Camille Raquin — Thérèse's ailing husband, and his mother keeps the family and the shop under constant control.