# Annie Ridd — Lorna Doone character guide > Annie Ridd in Lorna Doone by R. D. Blackmore. **Role:** supporting **Also known as:** Annie, sister Annie, little Annie, Mistress Annie, Sister Annie, pretty Annie, Nanny, dear Annie, Dear Annie, Annie **First appearance:** 0000-i-elements-of-education ## Snapshot John's warm-hearted sister, whose cheerful loyalty to a reckless highwayman husband drives her to disguises and daring she never knew she had. ## Who they are Annie Ridd is the softest voice at the harvest-supper and the steadiest hand when her family is threatened. Married to the charming Tom Faggus, she defends him with tears and arguments even as his wildness endangers them both. When love and faith are moved, she proves that a woman's power can outrun her brother's strength, making herself ugly to walk straight into the Doone-gate. ## Relationships ### [John Ridd](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/characters/john_ridd) _family_ Annie is John's affectionate and supportive younger sister, often teasing him but deeply loyal. ### [Lorna Doone](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/characters/lorna_doone) _friendship_ Annie and Lorna become close friends and confidantes, with Annie warmly welcoming Lorna into the Ridd household. ### [Mother Melldrum](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/characters/mother_melldrum) _family_ Annie is Mother Melldrum's granddaughter, and they share a loving but sometimes teasing relationship. ### [Tom Faggus](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/characters/tom_faggus) _romantic_ Annie and Tom are sweethearts who eventually marry, despite Tom's outlaw reputation and Mother Melldrum's objections. ### [Counsellor Doone](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/characters/counsellor_doone) _rivalry_ Counsellor Doone is a manipulative and evil Doone elder who schemes against the Ridd family, making him Annie's enemy. ### [John Ridd](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/characters/john_ridd) _family_ Annie is John's affectionate and supportive younger sister, often teasing him but deeply loyal. ### [Lorna Doone](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/characters/lorna_doone) _friendship_ Annie and Lorna become close friends and confidantes, with Annie warmly welcoming Lorna into the Ridd household. ### [Tom Faggus](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/characters/tom_faggus) _romantic_ Annie and Tom are sweethearts who eventually marry, despite Tom's outlaw reputation and Mother Melldrum's objections. ### [Mother Melldrum](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/characters/mother_melldrum) _family_ Annie is Mother Melldrum's granddaughter, and they share a loving but sometimes teasing relationship. ### [Mother Melldrum](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/characters/mother_melldrum) _family_ Annie is Mother Melldrum's granddaughter, and they share a loving but sometimes teasing relationship. ### [Counsellor Doone](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/characters/counsellor_doone) _rivalry_ Counsellor Doone is a manipulative and evil Doone elder who schemes against the Ridd family, making him Annie's enemy. ### [John Ridd](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/characters/john_ridd) _family_ Annie is John's affectionate and supportive younger sister, often teasing him but deeply loyal. ## In the story ### [The Warpath of the Doones](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/iii-the-warpath-of-the-doones) Mentioned indirectly as John's sister; not present in this chapter. ### [Necessary Practice](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/vi-necessary-practice) John's gentle sister, who helps him and is beloved by all. ### [Hard It Is to Climb](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/vii-hard-it-is-to-climb) Mentioned as roasting apples for John during winter evenings and accompanying him on summer fishing trips. ### [IX: There Is No Place Like Home](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/ix-there-is-no-place-like-home) Described as gentle, pleasing, and caring; John contrasts her with Lorna Doone. ### [A Brave Rescue and a Rough Ride](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/x-a-brave-rescue-and-a-rough-ride) John's sister, aged thirteen, helps search for the missing duck and warns John about riding Winnie. ### [Tom Deserves His Supper](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xi-tom-deserves-his-supper) Present during the scene; is slapped by her mother but then protected and kissed by Tom Faggus. ### [A Man Justly Popular](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xii-a-man-justly-popular) John's sister, described as pure and gentle, with a soft gaze that shames John when he speaks ill of others. ### [Master Huckaback Comes In](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xiii-master-huckaback-comes-in) Helps mother care for Uncle Reuben after his rescue. ### [A Motion Which Ends in a Mull](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xiv-a-motion-which-ends-in-a-mull) Shy and diffident, she is present with the other maidens and later brings Uncle Reuben mulled wine. ### [Quo Warranto?](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xv-quo-warranto) Annie is mentioned as being called 'Nanny' by Uncle Reuben, who prefers her company. ### [Lorna Growing Formidable](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xvi-lorna-growing-formidable) Mentioned as the one who scolds John for not putting wood on the fire, but she does so with a smile and handles the task herself. ### [XIX: Another Dangerous Interview](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xix-another-dangerous-interview) John considers confiding in Annie but holds back, reflecting on her loyalty and love. ### [A Long Spring Month](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xxii-a-long-spring-month) John's sister; courted by Squire Marwood, she is shy and modest, and later seems frightened rather than grateful after John's intervention. ### [A Royal Invitation](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xxiii-a-royal-invitation) John's sister, present during the discussion of the summons. ### [A Safe Pass for King's Messenger](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xxiv-a-safe-pass-for-king-s-messenger) John's sister, who is heavy-hearted at his departure. ### [Home Again at Last](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xxvii-home-again-at-last) Waits for John every Saturday night, greets him with tears and kisses, and rides behind him on his horse. ### [John Has Hope of Lorna](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xxviii-john-has-hope-of-lorna) Mentioned as part of John's family duties; he considers leaving her and his mother. ### [Reaping Leads to Revelling](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xxix-reaping-leads-to-revelling) Walks in the harvest procession wearing a wreath of cornflowers. ### [Annie Gets the Best of It](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xxx-annie-gets-the-best-of-it) Annie is found weeping at their father's grave, confesses her relationship with Tom Faggus, and cleverly extracts John's secret about Lorna. ### [John Fry's Errand](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xxxi-john-fry-s-errand) John's sister; deeply involved in the scheme to spy on Uncle Reuben, she organizes John Fry's mission and recounts the plan to John. ### [Feeding of the Pigs](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xxxii-feeding-of-the-pigs) John's sister; helps him by gently discouraging Sally Snowe and covering for his absence. ### [Two Negatives Make an Affirmative](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xxxiv-two-negatives-make-an-affirmative) Annie is tearful and anxious after Tom Faggus's proposal, seeking John's support. ### [Ruth Is Not Like Lorna](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xxxv-ruth-is-not-like-lorna) Annie is mentioned as part of the household, helping with plans for Lorna. ### [John Returns to Business](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xxxvi-john-returns-to-business) Mentioned as being committed to a highwayman (Tom Faggus), adding to John's troubles. ### [A Good Turn for Jeremy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xxxviii-a-good-turn-for-jeremy) John's sister; listens to Tom Faggus's plans and is romantically involved with him. ### [A Troubled State and a Foolish Joke](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xxxix-a-troubled-state-and-a-foolish-joke) Annie faints upon hearing John Fry's story about the plot to shoot Tom Faggus. ### [XL: Two Fools Together](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xl-two-fools-together) Annie defends Tom Faggus's actions with emotional arguments, but becomes distressed when John criticizes Tom. ### [XLI: Cold Comfort](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xli-cold-comfort) Cares for frozen birds during the frost, showing her gentle nature. ### [The Great Winter](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xlii-the-great-winter) Mentioned as being cold in bed, along with Lizzie. ### [Not Too Soon](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xliii-not-too-soon) Annie is mentioned as the maker of the mince-pie that John brings to Lorna. ### [Brought Home at Last](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xliv-brought-home-at-last) John's sister; assists with preparations and holds the light for mother to see Lorna. ### [A Change Long Needed](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xlv-a-change-long-needed) John's sister, who helps around the house and is fond of Lorna, though she sometimes interrupts John and Lorna's moments. ### [Squire Faggus Makes Some Lucky Hits](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xlvi-squire-faggus-makes-some-lucky-hits) John's sister; engaged to Tom Faggus; serves as hostess and is vexed by Tom's gaze at Lorna. ### [Jeremy in Danger](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xlvii-jeremy-in-danger) Defends Tom Faggus to her mother; cries upon his departure; offers to cook for Jeremy Stickles. ### [XLIX: Maiden Sentinels Are Best](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xlix-maiden-sentinels-are-best) Tends to John's wound along with her mother and Lorna, showing her caring nature. ### [L: A Merry Meeting a Sad One](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/l-a-merry-meeting-a-sad-one) John's sister, mentioned as likely to marry soon. ### [A Visit from the Counsellor](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/li-a-visit-from-the-counsellor) Mentioned as being with Lorna, comforting her before the meeting with the Counsellor. ### [LII: The Way to Make the Cream Rise](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/lii-the-way-to-make-the-cream-rise) Annie is tricked by the Counsellor into using Lorna's necklace in a supposed cream-charming ritual, leading to its loss. ### [Getting Into Chancery](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/lv-getting-into-chancery) Tenderly nurses Jeremy Stickles, kissing his forehead and arranging his pillows, which helps him begin to recover. ### [Lorna Knows Her Nurse](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/lvii-lorna-knows-her-nurse) Is preparing to marry Tom Faggus; receives wedding gifts from the community; Lorna plans to give her a present. ### [Lorna Gone Away](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/lix-lorna-gone-away) Mentioned as having been married before John's return, a source of grief for him. ### [LX: Annie Luckier Than John](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/lx-annie-luckier-than-john) Welcomes John warmly, listens to his troubles, but defers to Tom Faggus for advice. ### [LXI: Therefore He Seeks Comfort](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/lxi-therefore-he-seeks-comfort) John's sister; married to Tom Faggus; John left her house abruptly after speaking harshly to Tom. ### [LXII: The King Must Not Be Prayed For](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/lxii-the-king-must-not-be-prayed-for) Returns home with her baby, visibly upset and critical of Lizzie's housekeeping, seeks comfort from John. ### [John Is Worsted by the Women](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/lxiii-john-is-worsted-by-the-women) Cleverly disguises herself to visit the Counsellor and obtains a written undertaking from the Doones not to attack the farm, enabling John to leave. ### [Slaughter in the Marshes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/lxiv-slaughter-in-the-marshes) Mentioned as Tom Faggus's wife; John fears she might be widowed. ### [LXVII: Lorna Still Is Lorna](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/lxvii-lorna-still-is-lorna) Mentioned as one who kept faith in Lorna. ### [John Is John No Longer](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/lxviii-john-is-john-no-longer) Mentioned indirectly through family news; not directly present in the chapter. ### [How to Get Out of Chancery](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/lxxiii-how-to-get-out-of-chancery) Mentioned for her skill in butter-making, which John recalls when considering the value of Snowe's farm. ### [Blood Upon the Altar](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/lxxiv-blood-upon-the-altar) John's sister; makes the bridal vest that becomes stained with Lorna's blood. ### [Give Away the Grandeur](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/lxxv-give-away-the-grandeur) Mentioned as being with Lorna after she is shot. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/characters/annie_ridd - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/characters