Lost Man’s Lane · Character

Hannah

A servant or helper in the Knollys household.

minor

Hannah's tie to Lucetta is one of the pressures that moves Lost Man’s Lane—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.

The maid who brings warm water and answers Miss Butterworth's questions about the household.

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With Lucetta (friendship): Hannah is a loyal companion or servant to Lucetta, offering support and assistance. With Lucetta (friendship): Hannah is a loyal companion or servant to Lucetta, offering support and…

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Friendship
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Character groups

Knollys household and investigators
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Lucetta
friendship · positive
Hannah is a loyal companion or servant to Lucetta, offering support and assistance. How this plays out →
Lucetta
friendship · positive
Hannah is a loyal companion or servant to Lucetta, offering support and assistance. How this plays out →
Lucetta
friendship · positive
Hannah is a loyal companion or servant to Lucetta, offering support and assistance. How this plays out →

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Hannah appears across 8 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

On the Stairs
The maid who brings warm water and answers Miss Butterworth's questions about the household.
Secret Instructions
Busies herself in the hall and is called by Miss Knollys to take a tray.
The Second Night
Brings tea, later denies the door was locked, and explains away the scream as Lucetta's attack. She appears guileless but Miss Butterworth remains suspicious.
A Knot of Crape
Mentioned as having gossiped about Amelia's ghostly experience, prompting the family's teasing.
The Third Night
In the kitchen with Mother Jane; later part of the funeral party.
Trifles, but Not Trifling
Led Mr. Gryce (in disguise) through the house and communicated with him via signs and signals.
XXIX: In the Cellar
Shows lowered looks at strangers in the kitchen, and is instructed by Lucetta not to let William know.
Relief
Rushes in to announce the return of the police with spades and lanterns.

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