Ada Clare

Richard Carstone

Ada and Richard are young lovers who marry secretly, but Richard's obsession with the lawsuit strains their relationship.

Richard Carstone

Ada and Richard are young lovers who marry secretly, but Richard's obsession with the lawsuit strains their relationship.

Richard Carstone

Ada and Richard are young lovers who marry secretly, but Richard's obsession with the lawsuit strains their relationship.

Bleak House

Another ward of the court, traveling with Esther and Richard.

A Progress

Also a ward in Jarndyce and Jarndyce; meets Esther at the Court of Chancery.

Telescopic Philanthropy

Travels with Esther and Richard; praises Esther's thoughtfulness and shares her trust in Mr. Jarndyce.

A Morning Adventure

Accompanies Esther on the walk; is visibly distressed by the story of Tom Jarndyce's suicide.

Quite at Home

Plays the piano and sings; is praised by Skimpole as 'like the morning'; shares in the general affection for Mr. Jarndyce.

Covering a Multitude of Sins

Present with Esther during Mrs. Pardiggle's visit; shares Esther's discomfort and observations.

Signs and Tokens

Quietly in love with Richard; shares tender moments with Esther in the evenings.

XIII: Esther’s Narrative

Mentioned as Richard's confidante and Esther's companion.

Deportment

Writes to Richard; expresses concern about trusting the Jarndyce suit.

XVII: Esther's Narrative

Present during Mrs. Badger's visit and looks uneasy at the mention of Richard.

Lady Dedlock

Ada is present with Esther and Mr. Jarndyce during the visit to Lincolnshire and the encounter with Lady Dedlock.

Esther's Narrative

Bridesmaid for Caddy; shares in the excitement of the wedding.

Nurse and Patient

Ada is kept at a distance by Esther to avoid infection, communicating through the window.

XXXV: Esther’s Narrative

Esther's beloved friend; kept from visiting during Esther's illness, but wrote daily letters.

Jarndyce and Jarndyce

Ada writes a letter to Richard urging him to abandon the lawsuit and trust Mr. Jarndyce, showing her concern for his well-being.

XLIII: Esther's Narrative

Ada is grieved by Richard's actions but remains loyal to him, discussing his situation with Mr. Jarndyce.

XLIV: The Letter and the Answer

Mentioned as sleeping in the next room; Esther kisses her and places withered flowers on her lips.

XLV: In Trust

Ada writes a loving letter to Richard offering her inheritance, but he refuses it.

L: Esther’s Narrative

Turns twenty-one; seems changed and anxious; hides sewing work and her hand under her pillow.

Enlightened

Reveals her secret marriage to Richard; deeply emotional and dependent on Esther.

Perspective

Richard's wife; confides her fear that Richard may not live to see their child; remains hopeful but pale.

A Discovery

Esther's dear girl, sustained by hopes, anxious about Richard's condition.

LXV: Beginning the World

Supports Richard through his final moments; is pregnant with his child.

The Close of Esther’s Narrative

Ada has a son named Richard, recovers from grief, and is described as more beautiful than ever, still wearing black.