# Dolly Varden — Barnaby Rudge character guide > Dolly Varden in Barnaby Rudge by Charles Dickens. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Doll, Dolly, Varden, Miss Dolly **First appearance:** 0002-chapter-1 ## Snapshot The locksmith's pretty, coquettish daughter, who collects admirers as carelessly as ribbons and knows exactly how much she is worth. ## Who they are Dolly Varden returns home all smiles and dimples, teasing her father, dismissing her suitors, and pressing her nose into mysteries that are none of her business. She is loved by both Joe Willet and the apprentice Tappertit, and her light, self-assured vanity keeps both men guessing and Miss Miggs seething. Her curiosity about the Haredale secrets draws her toward the darker currents running beneath the novel's cheerful surfaces. ## Relationships ### [Joe Willet](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/characters/joe_willet) _romantic_ Joe is deeply in love with Dolly, who initially flirts and teases but eventually returns his affection. ### [Joe Willet](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/characters/joe_willet) _romantic_ Joe is deeply in love with Dolly, who initially flirts and teases but eventually returns his affection. ### [Joe Willet](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/characters/joe_willet) _romantic_ Joe is deeply in love with Dolly, who initially flirts and teases but eventually returns his affection. ## In the story ### [Chapter 4: The Locksmith's Household](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-4) The locksmith's daughter, visibly affected by news of Joe Willet, though she tries to hide it with a cough. ### [Chapter 9](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-9) Mentioned as the object of Simon's affections, whom Miggs resents. ### [Chapter 13](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-13) Mentioned as being out at a dance, which is the cause of Joe's disappointment. ### [Chapter 19](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-19) Still flustered from the party, agrees to deliver Edward's letter, and is delighted to see Joe Willet at the Maypole. ### [Chapter 20](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-20) Acts as a messenger between Emma and Edward, shows her coquettish nature, and bravely stands up to Mr. Haredale. ### [Chapter 21](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-21) Terrified by Hugh's advances, loses her bracelet and letter, and is comforted by Joe. ### [Chapter 22](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-22) Shows her charm and innocence while being courted by Joe, but is frightened by Hugh's presence. ### [Chapter 23](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-23) Mentioned as the daughter of Varden, from whom Hugh took the letter and bracelet; her lost epistle is now in Sir John's possession. ### [Chapter 27](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-27) Present during Mr. Chester's visit; she suspects he was making game of them, which angers her mother. ### [Chapter 28](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-28) Wrote a note to Emma Haredale, which Hugh intercepted and gave to Mr. Chester. Mr. Chester plans to meet her on her walk. ### [Chapter 31](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-31) Cries after Joe leaves, though she would likely treat him the same if he returned. ### [Chapter 41](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-41) Helps her father dress for the parade, but becomes emotional when Joe Willet is mentioned, fleeing in tears. ### [Chapter 59](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-59) Captive, terrified, and thinking of Joe Willet; struggles against Hugh. ### [Chapter 70](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-70) Confined with Miss Haredale, she is the target of Dennis's abduction plot. ### [Chapter 71](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-71) The object of Hugh and Tappertit's desire, Dolly begins to fade and droop like a beautiful flower, her courage forsaking her. She clings to Emma and is later rescued by her father, mother, Edward, and Joe. ### [Chapter 72](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-72) Emotionally overwhelmed by the reunion and Joe's confession, she realizes her true feelings for him. ### [Chapter 78](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-78) Rushes in, confesses her love for Joe, and agrees to marry him, vowing to be a devoted wife. ### [Chapter 80](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/chapters/chapter-80) She is happy and blushing, enjoying her time with Joe and the family. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/characters/dolly_varden - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/barnaby_rudge_se/characters