Fanny’s First Play · Character

Margaret Knox

A strong, springy girl of eighteen who vanishes for a fortnight, then reappears shaking hands with a strange man—and her respectable father's world tilts.

major

Also known as Margaret, Meg, Margaret Jumping, Margaret Goodbye, Margaret Holloway Gaol

First appearance: fanny s first play

As a major figure in Fanny’s First Play, Margaret Knox is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

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With Bobby Brighton (romantic): Bobby and Margaret share a romantic relationship, with frequent interactions suggesting deep affection and possibly an engagement. With Juggins (professional): Juggins serves the Knox family, and Margaret interacts with him as a servant, though with mutual respect. With Holy Joe (family): Holy Joe is Margaret's father, and their interactions reflect a traditional father-daughter relationship.

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Character Web

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Relationship types

Romantic
Professional
Family

Character groups

Protagonist
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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book.

Setup
Breaking point

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Relationships

Bobby Brighton
romantic · positive
Bobby and Margaret share a romantic relationship, with frequent interactions suggesting… How this plays out →
Juggins
professional · positive
Holy Joe
family · positive
Monsieur Duvallet
romantic · positive
Mrs. Knox
family · positive
Darling Dora
friendship · positive

Bobby Brighton
Bobby and Margaret share a romantic relationship, with frequent interactions suggesting deep affection and possibly an engagement.
Juggins
Juggins serves the Knox family, and Margaret interacts with him as a servant, though with mutual respect.
Holy Joe
Holy Joe is Margaret's father, and their interactions reflect a traditional father-daughter relationship.
Monsieur Duvallet
Margaret and Monsieur Duvallet share a romantic subplot, with Duvallet as a French suitor.
Mrs. Knox
Margaret and Mrs. Knox are mother and daughter, with a close familial bond.
Darling Dora
Darling Dora and Margaret are friends, with Dora often assisting Margaret in romantic matters.

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