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Lilian Cromarty

A member of the Cromarty family with a role in the domestic sphere.

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Also known as Lilian

First appearance: At Stanesland

Lilian Cromarty shows up with force in VII: The Drive Home. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Ned's sister; shrewd and worldly, she subtly discourages Ned from pursuing Cicely by questioning her background.

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In VII: The Drive Home: Ned's sister; shrewd and worldly, she subtly discourages Ned from pursuing Cicely by questioning her background. Later, in A Philosopher: Mentioned as the lady living at Stanesland Castle who…

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VII: The Drive Home
Ned's sister; shrewd and worldly, she subtly discourages Ned from pursuing Cicely by questioning her background.
A Philosopher
Mentioned as the lady living at Stanesland Castle who would prevent Ned from marrying.
XI: News
Ned's sister; briefly appears when Ned tells her the news of the murder, reacting with disbelief.
XVIII: £1,200
Lilian pressures Ned to buy a car with the £1,200, revealing her desire for a comfortable lifestyle. She also shares her negative opinion of Malcolm Cromarty and hints at believing the rumors about him and Cicely Farmond.
At Stanesland
Ned's sister; complains to Carrington about Ned's refusal to buy a car despite his inheritance, inadvertently revealing financial details.
Brother and Sister
Initially evasive, she admits to misleading Ned about the engagement and deflects blame onto Simon Rattar; later writes to arrange a long visit away.
XXXVII: Bisset's Advice
Arrives with a telegram from Carrington and offers congratulations on the engagement.

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