# Mrs. Gram — Jenny character guide

> Mrs. Gram in Jenny by Sigrid Undset.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Aagot Sand, Aagot, Mrs. ¬ÝGram

**First appearance:** 0000-part-i-i

## Who they are

Helge's wife, whose quiet presence in the Gram household shadows Jenny's visits and complicates the aftermath of a love that never quite belonged to anyone.

## In the story

### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jenny_se/chapters/part-ii-ii)

Helge's mother. She is sharp, critical, and makes Jenny feel unwelcome. Jenny feels an almost physical antipathy towards her.

### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jenny_se/chapters/part-ii-v)

Shows open hostility and jealousy towards Jenny, making the household atmosphere unbearable. Her controlling nature is evident in her interactions with her husband and son.

### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jenny_se/chapters/part-ii-v)

Mrs. Gram's niece, who inadvertently reveals the secret meeting between Jenny and Mr. Gram, causing a scene. She is tactless and curious about the family dynamics.

### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jenny_se/chapters/part-ii-vi)

Her jealousy and possessiveness are described by Gert, and she displays hostility towards Jenny.

### [VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/jenny_se/chapters/part-ii-vii)

Her jealousy is discussed by Helge, who admits it has a foundation and that he is her son, implying he shares her jealous nature. Her actions have contributed to Jenny's discomfort and the current discord.

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