Stevie Taggert
Stevie is a teenager under the guardianship of Dr Kreizler. Although he's not formally a member of the team, he does contribute quite considerably to the efforts of the adults in the investigation.
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Character Testimonals
By Laszlo Kreizler
Dr Kreizler is Stevie's guardian and so they share a close bond which seems to approach a father/son relationship. The following quotes or statements were made by Dr Kreizler in reference to Stevie's character.
The Angel of Darkness, 95:
The Doctor pulled out his watch and began to fiddle with it in a way that was strange for him: like he wasn't sure just how to say what was on his mind. "I - do not expect to ever have children, Stevie. Of my own, I mean. But if I were to have a son - I could only wish that he would have your courage. In all ways."
By John Moore
John originally knew Stevie as simply the ward of Dr Kreizler, however, as time went on their relationship turned into a long lasting friendship. The following quotes or statements were made by John in reference to Stevie's character.
The Alienist, 260:
Stevie had been continuing to run "errands" for me on a regular basis, and the process of keeping this activity hidden from Kreizler had forged something of a bond between us, one that permitted straightforward communication.
By Sara Howard
Sara, like John, also originally knew Stevie as Dr Kreizler's ward but the pair have always gotten on well and over time, they developed a close friendship. Reflected in this, Sara constantly lets Stevie get away with things that she would never allow of a grown-up. The following quotes or statements were made by Sara in reference to Stevie's character.
The Angel of Darkness, 140:
"Stevie wouldn't put up with a fool, Cecilia," Miss Howard said, touching my arm reassuringly. "You can depend on that - he's one of the good ones."