# Annie Ridd (younger) — Lorna Doone character guide

> Annie Ridd (younger) in Lorna Doone by R. D. Blackmore.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Dear Annie, Annie

**First appearance:** 0000-i-elements-of-education

## Who they are

John's younger sister, often conflated with the main Annie but distinct in some references.

## In the story

### [Home Again at Last](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xxvii-home-again-at-last)

Also called little Eliza; she is unsettled by John's story and later kisses him after receiving a gift.

### [The Great Winter](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/xlii-the-great-winter)

Referred to as 'Lizzie,' she shares knowledge about Arctic winters and survival techniques with John.

### [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)

Implied through Annie's criticism; her housekeeping and intellectual pretensions are noted.

### [John Is Worsted by the Women](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/lorna_doone_se/chapters/lxiii-john-is-worsted-by-the-women)

Lizzie shows no jealousy and adores Annie's baby; she is present during the family discussions.

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