Priscilla Stanbury

Nora Rowley

Nora and Priscilla become close friends, with Priscilla supporting Nora's relationship with her brother Hugh.

Nora Rowley

Nora and Priscilla become close friends, with Priscilla supporting Nora's relationship with her brother Hugh.

Nora Rowley

Nora and Priscilla become close friends, with Priscilla supporting Nora's relationship with her brother Hugh.

I Know It Will Do

Expresses strong opposition to Dorothy's move, warning that she will not be able to bear Aunt Stanbury; ultimately defers to Hugh's decision.

Miss Stanbury’s Generosity

Visits with her mother, is stern and disapproving, refuses the sherry offered by Miss Stanbury, and suggests Dorothy return home.

The Clock House at Nuncombe Putney

Initially doubtful about the arrangement but grows to like the company; finds Mrs. Trevelyan self-willed but enjoys intellectual conversation with Nora.

XVI: Dartmoor

Joins the excursion and talks candidly with Mrs. Trevelyan about her marriage, advising reconciliation.

A Gentleman Comes to Nuncombe Putney

Expresses disapproval of the romantic entanglements and moderates her view after learning Nora refused Mr. Glascock.

The Stanbury Correspondence

Defends her mother in a sharp reply to Miss Stanbury, and later tries to comfort Nora Rowley.

Showing How Colonel Osborne Went to Nuncombe Putney

Strongly opposes the visit, writes to her aunt and brother about it, feeling compelled to be honest.

Showing How Miss Stanbury Behaved to Her Two Nieces

Though not present, her letter and character are central; she is praised for her truthfulness and integrity despite the difficult situation with Colonel Osborne.

Niddon Park

Welcomes her brother; criticizes Colonel Osborne's visit; arranges for Nora to walk alone with Hugh.

Hugh Stanbury Smokes His Pipe

Talks with Hugh about Mrs. Trevelyan's situation, expresses concern for her mother's distress, and keeps her word to make breakfast early.

Great Tribulation

Defends her decision to inform her brother about Colonel Osborne's visit, but expresses regret for having become involved in the Trevelyans' marital troubles.

Mr. and Mrs. Outhouse

Explains to Mrs. Trevelyan why the arrangement at the Clock House must end, and parts with them in amity.

Priscilla's Wisdom

Receives Dorothy's letter and, after careful deliberation, writes back advising her sister to marry only if she can genuinely love Mr. Gibson.

XLIII: Laburnum Cottage

Determined to move from the Clock House to Laburnum Cottage to avoid living beyond their means; she argues with Hugh and ultimately prevails.

LVII: Dorothy's Fate

Priscilla is referenced as a potential source of advice for Dorothy, but Dorothy decides not to consult her because Priscilla would not consider their aunt's views.

LVIII: Dorothy at Home

Approves of Dorothy's conduct, denounces Aunt Stanbury's opening of the letter, and supports Dorothy's independence.

The Delivery of the Lamb

Present at the cottage; listens to Brooke's declaration and supports Dorothy.

Dorothy Returns to Exeter

Mentioned as part of Dorothy's family who were carried away by Brooke's oratory.

Mrs. Brooke Burgess

Dorothy's sister, who declines being a bridesmaid but stands close to Dorothy at the wedding.

Conclusion

Continues to live at the cottage with her mother, which has been improved and furnished, but she remains frugal and visits Dorothy occasionally.