# Arabella Harlowe — Clarissa character guide > Arabella Harlowe in Clarissa by Samuel Richardson. **Role:** supporting **Also known as:** Arabella, Bella, Miss Arabella, Sister Bella, Miss Arabella Harlowe **First appearance:** 0001-clarissa ## Snapshot Clarissa's older sister, whose envy of her sibling's beauty and reputation curdles into petty cruelty and a voice for the family's harshest judgments. ## Who they are Arabella is the sister who should be first in the marriage market and is not, and she never lets Clarissa forget it. She receives her with 'solemn and stiff form,' sides with James against her, and later, at the reading of the will, is quick to claim the books she and her sister 'never bought the same.' Her spite is domestic and relentless, and it shows how the Harlowe campaign against Clarissa is fed as much by sibling rivalry as by principle. ## In the story ### [Letter 1: Miss Anna Howe, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-1-miss-anna-howe-to-miss-clarissa-harlowe) Clarissa's sister; rumors suggest she may have been romantically involved with Lovelace before Clarissa. ### [Letter 2: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-2-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Clarissa's sister; initially pleased with Lovelace, then confused by his reserve, and ultimately refuses his proposal after a quarrel. ### [Letter 3: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-3-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Rejects Lovelace's proposal, then later dismisses him with contempt, encouraging his address to Clarissa. ### [Letter 4: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-4-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Joins James in opposing Lovelace and boasts of having refused him. ### [Letter 5: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-5-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Joins with James in caballing against Clarissa. ### [Letter 6: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-6-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Interjects to remind Clarissa of the condition attached to her visit, showing her alignment with James. ### [Letter 7: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-7-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Supports her brother with contemptuous remarks and joins in pressuring Clarissa. ### [Letter 8: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-8-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Clarissa's sister who delivers harsh messages and accuses Clarissa of witchcraft. ### [Letter 9: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-9-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Clarissa's sister; mentioned as someone who should be provided for before Clarissa is forced into marriage. ### [Letter 10: Miss Howe, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-10-miss-howe-to-miss-clarissa-harlowe) Mentioned as Clarissa's elder sister; Anna suggests her prospects are hindered by Clarissa's presence. ### [Letter 13: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-13-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Clarissa's sister, who joins James in undermining Lovelace and promoting Solmes. ### [Letter 14: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-14-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Urges in full assembly that an absolute day be given for Clarissa's compliance, acting in concert with James. ### [Letter 15: Miss Howe, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-15-miss-howe-to-miss-clarissa-harlowe) Revealed to still love Lovelace and to be acting out of jealousy and revenge against Clarissa. ### [Letter 16: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-16-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Whispers scornfully to Clarissa during breakfast, taking advantage of her discomfort. ### [Letter 19: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-19-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Clarissa comments on Arabella's hidden feelings for Lovelace and her anger. ### [Letter 20: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-20-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Arabella is referenced as a sister who, along with James, spreads reports of Clarissa's supposed prepossession for Lovelace. ### [Letter 21: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-21-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Present during the confrontation; she taunts Clarissa and fans herself violently, showing her spite and alignment with the family's schemes. ### [Letter 29: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-29-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Clarissa writes her a letter pleading for sympathy; Arabella replies with scorn, calling Clarissa a 'fond foolish girl' and refusing further correspondence. ### [Letter 31: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-31-mr-lovelace-to-john-belford-esq) Clarissa's sister; Lovelace mentions his initial mistaken visit to her instead of Clarissa. ### [Letter 37: Miss Howe, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-37-miss-howe-to-miss-clarissa-harlowe) Mentioned as one of Clarissa's persecutors, part of the family's oppressive tactics. ### [Letter 41: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-41-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Joins her brother in seeking control over Clarissa, motivated by envy and ill-will. ### [Letter 42: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-42-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Confronts Clarissa with mockery and anger, initially feigns willingness to mediate but ultimately reveals her jest, dashing Clarissa's hopes. ### [Letter 43: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-43-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Delivers the family's ultimatum with cruel triumph and insults Clarissa. ### [Letter 44: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-44-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Accompanies aunt Hervey, taunts Clarissa about Lovelace, and threatens that their father's will can control Clarissa's inheritance. ### [Letter 45: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-45-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Insults Clarissa with sarcastic remarks about wedding clothes and patterns, accuses her of perverseness, and leaves in anger. ### [Letter 50: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-50-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Mentioned as having reported Clarissa's obstinacy along with their aunt; part of the family coalition against Clarissa. ### [Letter 51: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-51-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Mentioned as being present at the family conference and as one who shows little mercy to Clarissa. ### [Letter 52: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-52-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Mentioned as exulting over the confutation-letter with James and others. ### [Letter 53: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-53-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Confronts Clarissa violently after the letter, tapping her neck and threatening that she will be sent away tomorrow. ### [Letter 54: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-54-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Writes a scornful letter to Clarissa, mocking her mixed character and announcing her banishment to uncle Antony's house. ### [Letter 60: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-60-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Clarissa proposes to resign the estate to her, as she has a high opinion of Mr. Solmes. ### [Letter 61: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-61-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Implicated in the family's rejection of Clarissa's proposal; Clarissa speculates that Bella's nicety and pride are obstacles to accepting the offer. ### [Letter 69: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-69-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Implied as a source of envy and pressure, alongside her brother James. ### [Letter 75: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-75-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Shows affectionate behavior with James in the garden, then quarrels with Clarissa over the Kempis book. ### [Letter 77: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-77-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Clarissa's sister, who participated in the Sunday garden charade to create a false impression of reconciliation. ### [Letter 78: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-78-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Sides with James, taunts Clarissa, and participates in the family's pressure tactics. ### [Letter 79: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-79-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Mentioned as part of the family's harsh treatment of Clarissa. ### [Letter 80: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-80-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Also given authority over Clarissa; present in the garden with her father and brother. ### [Letter 82: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-82-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Arabella is mentioned as the envious sister who has contributed to Clarissa's suffering. ### [Letter 83: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-83-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Exulting with James over the success of their scheme to force Clarissa into marriage. ### [Letter 91: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-91-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Mentioned as part of the family council, likely to construe any findings against Clarissa. ### [Letter 93: Miss Howe, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-93-miss-howe-to-miss-clarissa-harlowe) Mentioned as having her ends achieved by Clarissa's elopement. ### [Letter 102: To Miss Arabella Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-102-to-miss-arabella-harlowe) Recipient of the letter; Clarissa appeals to her for friendship and leniency. ### [Letter 103: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-103-mr-lovelace-to-john-belford-esq) Mentioned as part of the family's persecution of Clarissa. ### [Letter 141: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Mrs. Hervey](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-141-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-mrs-hervey) Clarissa mentions having written to her sister for her belongings. ### [Letter 146: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-146-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Sent the unrelenting letter that provoked Clarissa's despair, containing the father's curse. ### [Letter 147: To Miss Clarissa Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-147-to-miss-clarissa-harlowe) Writes the cruel letter to Clarissa, expressing the family's renunciation and detailing the consequences of her elopement. ### [Letter 148: Miss Howe, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-148-miss-howe-to-miss-clarissa-harlowe) Sent a shocking letter to Clarissa; Anna condemns her as 'abominable' and 'malevolent.' ### [Letter 149: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-149-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Sent a dreadful letter to Clarissa that caused her to faint and deepened her distress. ### [Letter 151: From Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-151-from-miss-howe) Alarmed by the prospect of a change in measures, she and James resolved to push Clarissa into an inexcusable step. ### [Letter 152: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-152-mr-lovelace-to-john-belford-esq) Accused by Lovelace of spitefully transmitting the father's curse to Clarissa. ### [Letter 153: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-153-mr-lovelace-to-john-belford-esq) Mentioned as the 'execrable sister' whose letter caused Clarissa's distress. ### [Letter 191: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-191-mr-lovelace-to-john-belford-esq) Mentioned alongside her brother as an object of Lovelace's future revenge. ### [Letter 236: Mr. Lovelace](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-236-mr-lovelace) Referenced as an example of envy-driven hatred toward Clarissa. ### [Letter 308: Mrs. Norton, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-308-mrs-norton-to-miss-clarissa-harlowe) Arabella visited Mrs. Norton, questioned her about correspondence with Clarissa, and expressed bitterness toward Miss Howe. ### [Letter 311: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-311-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Mentioned as having a style similar to Miss Howe's harsh letter. ### [Letter 350: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-350-mr-lovelace-to-john-belford-esq) Lovelace hopes to see her at the ball and refers to a letter Clarissa is writing to 'the Harlowe-Arabella.' ### [Letter 351: Miss Howe, to Miss Arabella Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-351-miss-howe-to-miss-arabella-harlowe) Recipient of the letter; urged to visit her ill sister. ### [Letter 352: Miss Arabella Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-352-miss-arabella-harlowe) Writes a cold reply to Anna Howe, dismissing Clarissa's suffering as deserved and defending the family's resentment. ### [Letter 353: Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-353-miss-howe) Recipient of the letter; accused of ill-nature and contributing to Clarissa's suffering. ### [Letter 354: Miss Arabella Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-354-miss-arabella-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Writes a defensive and accusatory letter to Miss Howe, asserting Clarissa's sole responsibility for her situation. ### [Letter 355: Miss Howe, to Miss Arabella Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-355-miss-howe-to-miss-arabella-harlowe) Recipient of the letter; accused of low malice, falsehood, and spite, and blamed for contributing to Clarissa's downfall. ### [Letter 356: Mrs. Harlowe, to Mrs. Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-356-mrs-harlowe-to-mrs-howe) Mentioned as having exchanged letters with Miss Howe, which are enclosed. ### [Letter 361: Mrs. Norton, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-361-mrs-norton-to-miss-clarissa-harlowe) Mentioned as having angry letters pass between her and Miss Howe. ### [Letter 363: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Arabella Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-363-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-arabella-harlowe) The recipient of Clarissa's letter, asked to intercede with their father. ### [Letter 364: Mr. Belford, to Robert Lovelace, Esq.](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-364-mr-belford-to-robert-lovelace-esq) Lovelace considers confronting her; her letter to Clarissa wished to see her reduced to want. ### [Letter 368: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-368-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Clarissa has written a penitent letter to her sister, hoping for a response. ### [Letter 374: Mrs. Norton, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-374-mrs-norton-to-miss-clarissa-harlowe) Mentioned as the sister who received and answered Clarissa's letter; the family was in a ferment over it. ### [Letter 377: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Mrs. Judith Norton](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-377-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-mrs-judith-norton) Mentioned as having sent a severe answer to Clarissa's letter. ### [Letter 378: Miss Ar. Harlowe, to Miss Cl. Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-378-miss-ar-harlowe-to-miss-cl-harlowe) Writes a harsh but sorrowful letter to Clarissa, expressing familial shame and reproach. ### [Letter 380: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-380-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-harlowe) The recipient of Clarissa's letter, whose severity Clarissa acknowledges but does not repine at. ### [Letter 391: Mr. Belford, to Robert Lovelace, Esq.](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-391-mr-belford-to-robert-lovelace-esq) Sends a hard-hearted letter to Clarissa, causing her distress. ### [Letter 392: Miss Ar. Harlowe, to Miss Cl. Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-392-miss-ar-harlowe-to-miss-cl-harlowe) Writes a scathing reply to Clarissa, refusing further letters and expressing the family's shame and anger. ### [Letter 393: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Her Mother](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-393-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-her-mother) Mentioned as having wrung Clarissa's heart with severity and unkindness. ### [Letter 402: Mr. John Harlowe, to Miss Cl. Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-402-mr-john-harlowe-to-miss-cl-harlowe) Mentioned as unable to ask about pregnancy due to modesty. ### [Letter 403: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to John Harlowe, Esq.](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-403-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-john-harlowe-esq) Mentioned as Clarissa's 'severe sister' who misconstrues her motives. ### [Letter 406: Mr. Antony Harlowe, to Miss Cl. Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-406-mr-antony-harlowe-to-miss-cl-harlowe) Mentioned as not being able to ask the question because 'modesty will not let your sister ask'. ### [Letter 407: Miss Cl. Harlowe, to Antony Harlowe, Esq.](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-407-miss-cl-harlowe-to-antony-harlowe-esq) Referred to as Clarissa's sister; Clarissa wishes her continued happiness and merit. ### [Letter 427: The Rev. Dr. Lewen, to Miss Cl. Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-427-the-rev-dr-lewen-to-miss-cl-harlowe) Mentioned as likely to propose the prosecution to Clarissa through proper authority. ### [Letter 429: Miss Arab. Harlowe, to Miss Cl. Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-429-miss-arab-harlowe-to-miss-cl-harlowe) Writes the letter to Clarissa, delivering the family's ultimatums and expressing scorn for Clarissa's supposed repentance. ### [Letter 430: Miss Cl. Harlowe, to Miss Arab. Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-430-miss-cl-harlowe-to-miss-arab-harlowe) Recipient of the letter; Clarissa addresses her harsh tone and accusations. ### [Letter 431: Mrs. Norton, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-431-mrs-norton-to-miss-clarissa-harlowe) Mentioned as having written a letter with proposals to Clarissa, which Mrs. Norton warns will be distressing. ### [Letter 433: Miss Cl. Harlowe, to Mrs. Judith Norton](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-433-miss-cl-harlowe-to-mrs-judith-norton) Sent a taunting letter to Clarissa, which Clarissa finds needlessly and ludicrously taunting. ### [Letter 436: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-436-miss-clarissa-harlowe-to-miss-howe) Proposes that Clarissa go abroad or prosecute Lovelace. ### [Letter 459: Mrs. Norton, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-459-mrs-norton-to-miss-clarissa-harlowe) Shows some sympathy but ultimately sides with her brother, blaming Clarissa's error for the family's troubles. ### [Letter 472: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-472-mr-lovelace-to-john-belford-esq) Mentioned alongside James as part of the confederacy against Clarissa. ### [Letter 483: Mrs. Norton, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-483-mrs-norton-to-miss-clarissa-harlowe) Also among the foremost to seek reconciliation, and will write to Clarissa; she too refuses to call Lovelace brother. ### [Letter 484: Miss Arab. Harlowe, to Miss Cl. Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-484-miss-arab-harlowe-to-miss-cl-harlowe) Writes a reconciliatory letter to Clarissa, expressing familial love and forgiveness. ### [Letter 485: To His Dear Niece, Miss Clarissa Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-485-to-his-dear-niece-miss-clarissa-harlowe) Mentioned as Clarissa's sister who also talks of visiting her in town. ### [Letter 489: To the Ever-Honoured Mrs. Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-489-to-the-ever-honoured-mrs-harlowe) Clarissa hopes her sister's continued duty will make up for her loss. ### [Letter 491: To Miss Harlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-491-to-miss-harlowe) The recipient of the letter, addressed with affection and a plea for pardon. ### [Letter 500: Colonel Morden, to John Belford, Esq.](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-500-colonel-morden-to-john-belford-esq) Expresses grief and self-reproach for her taunting letters to Clarissa. ### [Letter 501: Colonel Morden](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-501-colonel-morden) Grieves over Clarissa's body; her servant had been set over Clarissa during her confinement. ### [Letter 504: Colonel Morden](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-504-colonel-morden) Extremely affected, wishes to descend with the coffin but is prevented by her brother. ### [Letter 508: Colonel Morden, to John Belford, Esq.](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-508-colonel-morden-to-john-belford-esq) Sobs during the reading; grudges the library bequest to Dolly Hervey; expresses regret over a letter she influenced. ### [Letter 518: To Col. Morden](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/letter-518-to-col-morden) Clarissa's sister, mentioned as one she hopes will be reconciled to her. ### [Conclusion](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/chapters/conclusion) Marries a man of quality for his title but finds no joy in the match. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/characters/arabella_harlowe - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/clarissa_se/characters