Bulldog Drummond · Character

Phyllis Benton

A sharp-eyed young woman whose father has fallen into the villains' clutches, and who matches Drummond's bluster with her own fierce determination.

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Also known as Phyllis, Miss Phyllis, Benton

First appearance: In Which He Takes Tea at the Carlton and Is Surprised

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A young woman who meets Drummond at the Carlton and asks for his help against Henry Lakington, whom she describes as a dangerous criminal.

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Phyllis has turned amateur detective to save her father from Lakington and Peterson, tracing secretaries to Belfast and asking careful questions at the Carlton. She warns Drummond that the men at The Elms suspect everything and everyone, yet cannot quite hide the spark that passes between them when their eyes meet. Her desperation and courage give the early investigation its emotional urgency, and her presence at The Larches places her dangerously close to the enemy next door.

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romantic · positive
Drummond's love interest and eventual wife, a source of emotional grounding. How this plays out →
Captain Hugh Drummond
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Drummond's love interest and eventual wife, a source of emotional grounding. How this plays out →
Captain Hugh Drummond
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Drummond's love interest and eventual wife, a source of emotional grounding. How this plays out →

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In Which He Takes Tea at the Carlton and Is Surprised
A young woman who meets Drummond at the Carlton and asks for his help against Henry Lakington, whom she describes as a dangerous criminal.
Chapter II
Describes her fears about Lakington and Peterson, reveals her father's distress, and asks Drummond for help.
In Which He Journeys to Godalming and the Game Begins
Warns Drummond of the danger from Peterson and Lakington, and shares her investigation into Hiram Potts's disappearance.
I
The lady Drummond met at the Carlton, who lives at The Larches near Godalming and accuses Lakington of being a criminal.
II
Drummond thinks of her fondly; she is the reason for his journey.
Chapter III
Helps Drummond by starting the car; later shows apprehension about her father's condition.
In Which He Spends a Quiet Night at the Elms
Meets Drummond in the garden; expresses anxiety about his safety.
Chapter II
Mentioned as having spoken of the room where Henry Lakington keeps his treasures.
III
Drummond thinks of her and goes to meet her at the end of the chapter.
IV
Anxious about Drummond's safety, reports seeing four men at The Elms, and expresses hatred for Lakington.
VI: In Which a Very Old Game Takes Place on the Hog's Back
Meets Drummond at Guildford station and accompanies him to the Hog's Back.
III
Meets Drummond at Guildford, reciprocates his love, and expresses concern for his safety.
II
Listens to Drummond's story, pleads with him to abandon the dangerous mission, and is left under Toby's protection.
IV
Her letter to Drummond is the catalyst for the action; she is in danger.
X: In Which the Hun Nation Decreases by One
Forced to come downstairs; reveals the note was a forgery; rescued by Drummond and sent away with Algy.
I
Lured by the forged note; horrified and helpless, she faints after Lakington kisses her and beats Drummond.
III
Rescued by Drummond; she is relieved and trusts him completely.
XI: In Which Lakington Plays His Last "Coup"
Mentioned as safely asleep in Drummond's flat in London; Drummond thinks of marrying her soon.
I
Thought of by Drummond as his future wife, asleep in his London flat.
Chapter II
Credited by Drummond for putting them on Potts's track; mentioned as his fiancée.
Epilogue
Now Phyllis Drummond, she is blissfully unaware of the ongoing danger and focuses on their new life together.

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