# Blanche Lundie — Man and Wife character guide > Blanche Lundie in Man and Wife by Wilkie Collins. **Role:** major **Also known as:** little Blanche, Miss Blanche, Blanche **First appearance:** 0001-prologue-the-irish-marriage ## Snapshot Sir Patrick's spirited niece, raised in India and England, whose loyalty to Anne collides with her love for Arnold. ## Who they are Blanche Lundie arrives from India with round cheeks, saucy eyes, and a heart full of affection for her childhood friend Anne. She is the picture of health and happiness, but her devotion to Anne and her growing love for Arnold Brinkworth place her at the center of a conflict she cannot control. Her innocence and loyalty make the novel's legal tangles feel personal and urgent. ## Relationships ### [Sir Patrick Lundie](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/sir_patrick_lundie) _family_ Blanche is Sir Patrick's niece, and he acts as a protective, wise guardian figure in her life. ### [Anne Silvester](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/anne_silvester) _friendship_ Anne and Blanche are devoted friends, though their bond is strained by secrets and romantic entanglements. ### [Arnold Brinkworth](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/arnold_brinkworth) _romantic_ Arnold and Blanche are engaged to be married, sharing a loving and earnest romantic relationship. ### [Geoffrey Delamayn](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/geoffrey_delamayn) _rivalry_ Blanche despises Geoffrey for his mistreatment of her friend Anne, viewing him as a villain. ### [Sir Patrick Lundie](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/sir_patrick_lundie) _family_ Blanche is Sir Patrick's niece, and he acts as a protective, wise guardian figure in her life. ### [Anne Silvester](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/anne_silvester) _friendship_ Anne and Blanche are devoted friends, though their bond is strained by secrets and romantic entanglements. ### [Arnold Brinkworth](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/arnold_brinkworth) _romantic_ Arnold and Blanche are engaged to be married, sharing a loving and earnest romantic relationship. ### [Sir Patrick Lundie](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/sir_patrick_lundie) _family_ Blanche is Sir Patrick's niece, and he acts as a protective, wise guardian figure in her life. ### [Arnold Brinkworth](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/arnold_brinkworth) _romantic_ Arnold and Blanche are engaged to be married, sharing a loving and earnest romantic relationship. ### [Anne Silvester](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/anne_silvester) _friendship_ Anne and Blanche are devoted friends, though their bond is strained by secrets and romantic entanglements. ### [Geoffrey Delamayn](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/geoffrey_delamayn) _rivalry_ Blanche despises Geoffrey for his mistreatment of her friend Anne, viewing him as a villain. ### [Geoffrey Delamayn](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/geoffrey_delamayn) _rivalry_ Blanche despises Geoffrey for his mistreatment of her friend Anne, viewing him as a villain. ## In the story ### [Man and Wife](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/man-and-wife) Anne's friend, whose own marriage contrasts with Anne's struggles. ### [Parting of Friends](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/i) One of the two girls parting; she is bound for India to become a governess. ### [Chapter II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/ii) Briefly appears as a young lady who goes into the garden with Anne Silvester after dinner. ### [The March of Time](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/ii-the-march-of-time) Now a girl of fifteen, living with Anne under the care of Lady Lundie and later Sir Thomas and his second wife. ### [VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/viii) A girl of fifteen, she has grown up with Anne as both teacher and friend, and is left behind when her parents go to India. ### [IX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/ix) Shares a sisterly bond with Anne as they grow up together. ### [The Story](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/the-story) Arnold's fiancée, whose relationship with Arnold is affected by the secrets surrounding Anne and Geoffrey. ### [The Guests](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/ii-the-guests) The lively stepdaughter who selects players and shows particular fondness for Arnold Brinkworth. ### [III: The Discoveries](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/iii-the-discoveries) Blanche joyfully tells Anne of her engagement to Arnold, but grows concerned when Anne seems distant and troubled. ### [The Plan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/v-the-plan) Anne plans to leave a letter for her, explaining her departure. ### [The Suitor](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/vi-the-suitor) Defends Anne against Lady Lundie's criticism; briefly appears with Arnold before the dancing begins. ### [VIII: The Scandal](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/viii-the-scandal) Hysterical over Anne's flight, insists on finding and helping her, opposing her stepmother. ### [Second Scene: The Inn](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/second-scene-the-inn) Present at the inn with Arnold, adding to the social dynamics. ### [IX: Anne](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/ix-anne) Mentioned by Anne as a potential source of jealousy if she learns of Arnold's visit. ### [XI: Sir Patrick](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xi-sir-patrick) Sent a message of love and anxiety to Anne via Sir Patrick. ### [Blanche](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xiii-blanche) Curious and persistent, she questions Anne about the 'invisible husband' and leaves for Windygates after a tense exchange. ### [Fourth Scene: Windygates](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/fourth-scene-windygates) Emotionally affected by the events, her marriage to Arnold is a key subplot. ### [XVII: Near It](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xvii-near-it) Mentioned as having visited Craig Fernie; Arnold fears her reaction if she knew the truth. ### [Nearer Still](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xviii-nearer-still) Determined to uncover Anne's trouble; shares Sir Patrick's legal theory with Arnold and plans to send him to Craig Fernie. ### [Close on It](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xix-close-on-it) Present in the library, interacts with Arnold and observes the debate. ### [XXI: Done!](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxi-done) Faithfully waits for Anne in the library; is horrified by Anne's appearance and tries to comfort her. ### [XXII: Gone](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxii-gone) Finds Anne fainted, revives her, and arranges a meeting with Sir Patrick. ### [Traced](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxiii-traced) Anxious and impatient for news of Anne; she pleads with Sir Patrick to let her stay and hear the report from the stationmaster and Duncan. ### [Backward](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxiv-backward) Blanche is taken into her uncle's confidence and struggles to control her emotions upon learning that Geoffrey knows Anne's secret. ### [XXV: Forward](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxv-forward) Anxious and impulsive, she confronts Geoffrey about Anne's whereabouts, then regrets her rash action. ### [Dropped](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxvi-dropped) Suffers a nervous attack after learning of Anne's disappearance and the failure to trace her. ### [XXVII: Outwitted](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxvii-outwitted) Suffered a nervous attack due to anxiety over Anne Silvester; her marriage to Arnold is being hastened. ### [XXVIII: Stifled](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxviii-stifled) Refuses to consider marriage while grieving Anne's departure, but gradually shows signs of returning affection for Arnold. ### [Fifth Scene: Glasgow](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/fifth-scene-glasgow) Blanche is affected by the turmoil surrounding Anne and Geoffrey, as her own marriage to Arnold faces challenges. ### [Anne in the Newspapers](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxx-anne-in-the-newspapers) Her photograph is found in Anne's bag; she is mentioned in Anne's delirium and is preparing for her wedding at Windygates. ### [XXXI: Seeds of the Future (First Sowing)](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxxi-seeds-of-the-future-first-sowing) Blanche is present at the garden party, discussing her upcoming marriage to Arnold Brinkworth. She insists on marrying in England, expressing her dislike for Scotland and its marriage laws. ### [Seeds of the Future (Second Sowing)](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxxii-seeds-of-the-future-second-sowing) Still anxious about Anne; spots Bishopriggs at the party and tries to recover the lost letter, but her rash approach makes Bishopriggs cautious. ### [Seventh Scene: Ham Farm](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/seventh-scene-ham-farm) Arnold's love interest, affected by the unfolding secrets and legal matters. ### [XXXIV: The Night Before](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxxiv-the-night-before) The bride, depressed by private anxieties about Anne, remains determined to reunite with her lost friend despite the wedding. ### [XXXV: The Day](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxxv-the-day) The bride, who meets Arnold secretly before the wedding and confesses her refusal to abandon Anne Silvester. ### [XXXVI: The Truth at Last](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxxvi-the-truth-at-last) Returns to Ham Farm with Arnold, unaware of the crisis; Sir Patrick keeps the secret from her for the time being. ### [The Way Out](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxxvii-the-way-out) Cheerful and unaware of the full gravity, she writes to Lady Lundie and offers to contact Anne. ### [XXXVIII: The News from Glasgow](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxxviii-the-news-from-glasgow) Anxiously awaits news of Anne; expresses frustration at the delays and feels a sense of fatality about never meeting Anne again. ### [Eighth Scene: The Pantry](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/eighth-scene-the-pantry) Blanche is present, her innocence and trust tested as she observes the strained interactions in the pantry. ### [Ninth Scene: The Music-Room](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/ninth-scene-the-music-room) Listens to Anne's confession with shock and sympathy; offers emotional support. ### [Julius Makes Mischief](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xl-julius-makes-mischief) Referenced as the woman Arnold Brinkworth is married to, according to Anne. ### [Lady Lundie Does Her Duty](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xli-lady-lundie-does-her-duty) Her letter about the interrupted bridal tour is discussed; Lady Lundie believes she is innocent and deceived. ### [Eleventh Scene: Sir Patrick's House](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/eleventh-scene-sir-patrick-s-house) Emotionally involved, reacting to the developments. ### [XLII: The Smoking-Room Window](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xlii-the-smoking-room-window) Blanche is in a state of shock and denial after Lady Lundie reveals Arnold's secret visit to Craig Fernie with Anne Silvester. She confronts her stepmother and agrees to a test to hear the truth from Arnold himself. ### [XLIII: The Explosion](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xliii-the-explosion) Writes a note to Arnold accusing him of infamy and places herself under Lady Lundie's protection. ### [Thirteenth Scene: Fulham](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/thirteenth-scene-fulham) Blanche is present, her perspective shaped by her recent marriage and the revelations that challenge her understanding of trust. ### [A Scotch Marriage](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xlvi-a-scotch-marriage) Horrified and weeping, she clings to Anne before being placed in her husband Arnold's arms. ### [Sixteenth Scene: The Inn](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/sixteenth-scene-the-inn) Blanche accompanies Arnold to the inn, unaware of the full extent of the schemes unfolding around her. ### [The Morning](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/l-the-morning) Sends a letter proposing to visit Anne with Sir Patrick, but Geoffrey forbids the visit due to his father's death. ### [LV: The Signs of the End](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/lv-the-signs-of-the-end) Writes to Anne about Sir Patrick's rescue plan; secretly instructs Anne to signal from the garden; cleverly deflects Geoffrey's suspicion. ### [Epilogue A Morning Call](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/epilogue) She appears in the resolution, reflecting on the events that have transpired. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/ii) Mentioned as Mrs. Arnold Brinkworth, traveling with her husband and Sir Patrick, expected for lunch. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/blanche_lundie - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters