Fanny Robarts

Lucy Robarts

Sisters-in-law, with Fanny acting as a protective and supportive elder sister figure to Lucy.

Lady Lufton

Close friends and confidantes, with Fanny often mediating between Lady Lufton and the younger generation.

Mark Robarts

Husband and wife, with Fanny enduring Mark's poor decisions while remaining loyal and anxious for his redemption.

Lord Lufton

Fanny acts as a trusted advisor and friend to Lord Lufton, supporting his romance with Lucy.

Nathaniel Sowerby

Fanny views Sowerby as a dangerous influence on her husband and actively opposes his manipulations.

Griselda Grantly

Fanny is polite but distant toward Griselda, recognizing her coldness and lack of genuine warmth.

Lucy Robarts

Sisters-in-law, with Fanny acting as a protective and supportive elder sister figure to Lucy.

Lucy Robarts

Sisters-in-law, with Fanny acting as a protective and supportive elder sister figure to Lucy.

Lady Lufton

Close friends and confidantes, with Fanny often mediating between Lady Lufton and the younger generation.

Lord Lufton

Fanny acts as a trusted advisor and friend to Lord Lufton, supporting his romance with Lucy.

Lady Lufton

Close friends and confidantes, with Fanny often mediating between Lady Lufton and the younger generation.

Mark Robarts

Husband and wife, with Fanny enduring Mark's poor decisions while remaining loyal and anxious for his redemption.

Omnes Omnia Bona Dicere

Formerly Fanny Monsell, Mark's wife, described as a pleasant and suitable partner for a clergyman.

The Framley Set, and the Chaldicotes Set

Fanny is anxious about Lady Lufton's reaction to Mark's absence. She defends Mark to Lady Lufton, showing her loyalty as a wife.

A Matter of Conscience

The recipient of Mark's letter; he anticipates her sorrow and seeks her help in managing Lady Lufton's reaction.

Amantium Irae Amoris Integratio

Defends her husband Mark against Lady Lufton's accusations, leading to a heated quarrel.

Gatherum Castle

Sends Mark a letter with ten pounds; reports that Lady Lufton has accepted Mark's visit to Gatherum Castle; reminds Mark of his dinner engagement at Framley Court.

The Vicar's Return

Welcomes Mark home warmly, recounts her reconciliation with Lady Lufton, and shows loyalty and affection.

X: Lucy Robarts

Demonstrative and warm, disappointed that Lucy does not open up to her immediately; tries to throw Lucy and Lady Lufton together during the visit.

XI: Griselda Grantly

Fanny introduces Lucy to Lord Lufton and later goes to see Lady Lufton, leaving Lucy to walk home with Lord Lufton.

Delicate Hints

Listens to Lady Lufton's concerns and agrees to speak to Lucy, though she does not fully agree with the need for interference.

Lady Lufton's Ambassador

Present at breakfast when Mr. Crawley arrives; assists in making him welcome.

Mrs. Podgens' Baby

Fanny is mentioned as being at Framley Court with Lady Lufton, preparing lists of poor people for Lady Lufton's absence, which allows Lord Lufton to find Lucy alone at the parsonage.

The New Minister's Patronage

Shown the letter by Mark; she expresses distrust of Sowerby but does not dissuade Mark from seeking the stall.

Why Puck, the Pony, Was Beaten

Fanny accompanies Lucy to Hogglestock and initiates the conversation about Lord Lufton's potential marriage to Griselda Grantly, observing Lucy's reactions.

Hogglestock Parsonage

Accompanies Lucy, engages in nursery talk with Mrs. Crawley, and brings provisions from Framley Parsonage.

Impulsive

Listens to Lucy's confession, promises secrecy, and is concerned about the implications for their relationship with Lady Lufton.

Dr. Thorne

Referred to as Mrs. Gresham; she is Dr. Thorne's niece, facilitates his visit, and contemplates a marriage between him and Miss Dunstable.

Salmon Fishing in Norway

Supports Lucy's choice and argues for justice over deference to Lady Lufton.

Consolation

Cheerfully shares Mark's burden, proposes selling horses and carriage, and thanks him for his promise.

Lady Lufton Is Taken by Surprise

Discusses the proposal with Mark and later considers going to help Mrs. Crawley.

The Story of King Cophetua

Receives Lucy upon her return, discusses the Crawley situation, and later comforts Lucy after her emotional breakdown.

Is There Cause or Just Impediment?

As Mrs. Gresham, she attempts to arrange a marriage between her uncle Dr. Thorne and Miss Dunstable, but struggles with her own courage and the fear of being misunderstood.

Don Quixote

Conceals the writ from Lady Lufton and defends Lucy's character during a tense conversation.

Touching Pitch

Mark shows her his reply to Sowerby and comforts him during his distress.

XLIV: The Philistines at the Parsonage

Fanny is present, tearful and defending her husband by blaming Sowerby. She follows Lord Lufton to the drawing-room and later goes to counter-order the nursery preparations.

Lady Lufton's Request

Fanny writes a long letter to Lucy detailing Lady Lufton's warm behavior and the family's joy at the engagement.

Nemesis

Deeply distressed by the article but eventually recovers as social life returns to normal.

How They Were All Married, Had Two Children, and Lived Happy Ever After

Mrs. Robarts leaves the room during Lord Lufton's visits, facilitating his private conversations with Lucy.