# Ginger Kemp — The Adventures of Sally character guide > Ginger Kemp in The Adventures of Sally by P. G. Wodehouse. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Kemp, Mr. Kemp, Ginger, Mr. Ginger Kemp **First appearance:** 0004-ii-enter-ginger ## Snapshot A flame-haired Englishman with more heart than sense, he gambles his way across Europe and lands in New York hopelessly devoted to Sally. ## Who they are Ginger Kemp is the kind of amiable disaster who wins a fortune at the Roville roulette table and loses it just as casually, a man whose good intentions outrun his judgment. His devotion to Sally is total and unspoken, expressed in awkward visits and a willingness to sit with her through her blackest hours without knowing what to say. His stolid, doglike loyalty is the quiet counterweight to the polished men circling her, and it steadily becomes the story's emotional anchor. ## Relationships ### [Sally Nicholas](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/characters/sally_nicholas) _romantic_ Ginger is Sally's primary love interest, and their frequent interactions reflect a deep, affectionate bond despite various misunderstandings. ### [Bruce Carmyle](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/characters/bruce_carmyle) _rivalry_ Bruce and Ginger are romantic rivals for Sally's affection, with Bruce viewing Ginger as an unworthy competitor. ### [Fillmore Nicholas](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/characters/fillmore_nicholas) _friendship_ Fillmore and Ginger share a friendly rapport, often teaming up in schemes or social outings. ### [Bugs Butler](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/characters/bugs_butler) _friendship_ Bugs and Ginger are close friends, often collaborating in humorous escapades and supporting each other. ### [Lew Lucas](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/characters/lew_lucas) _friendship_ Ginger and Lew are friends and occasional partners in adventure, sharing a lighthearted camaraderie. ### [Scrymgeour](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/characters/scrymgeour) _friendship_ Ginger and Scrymgeour are acquaintances who share social interactions, possibly in a club or mutual circle. ### [Sally Nicholas](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/characters/sally_nicholas) _romantic_ Ginger is Sally's primary love interest, and their frequent interactions reflect a deep, affectionate bond despite various misunderstandings. ### [Sally Nicholas](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/characters/sally_nicholas) _romantic_ Ginger is Sally's primary love interest, and their frequent interactions reflect a deep, affectionate bond despite various misunderstandings. ### [Fillmore Nicholas](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/characters/fillmore_nicholas) _friendship_ Fillmore and Ginger share a friendly rapport, often teaming up in schemes or social outings. ### [Bruce Carmyle](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/characters/bruce_carmyle) _rivalry_ Bruce and Ginger are romantic rivals for Sally's affection, with Bruce viewing Ginger as an unworthy competitor. ### [Bruce Carmyle](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/characters/bruce_carmyle) _rivalry_ Bruce and Ginger are romantic rivals for Sally's affection, with Bruce viewing Ginger as an unworthy competitor. ### [Scrymgeour](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/characters/scrymgeour) _friendship_ Ginger and Scrymgeour are acquaintances who share social interactions, possibly in a club or mutual circle. ## In the story ### [II: Enter Ginger](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/ii-enter-ginger) Ginger is introduced on the beach. He is a friendly, red-haired young man who has made a hash of several jobs and is now working as a secretary for Mr. Scrymgeour. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/i) Red-haired young man who is immediately captivated by Sally's appearance. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/ii) The red-haired young man who openly admires Sally. He has been fired by Scrymgeour and is staying at the Hotel Normandie. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/iii) The red-haired young man who stops the dog fight, then flees in embarrassment after speaking to Sally. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/iv) The red-haired young man who arrives at the hotel and gets trapped in the lift with Sally. He struggles with French but tries to help. ### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/v) Reveals his real name is Lancelot, which he dislikes, and he is embarrassed about his earlier behavior toward Sally. ### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/vi) Reveals his background, including his athletic achievements, financial ruin, and dismissal from Scrymgeour's office. ### [III: The Dignified Mr. Carmyle](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/iii-the-dignified-mr-carmyle) Ginger wins at roulette, confesses his love to Sally, and is advised by her to become independent. He is also the subject of Bruce Carmyle's criticism. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/i) Winning big at roulette; excited to see Sally; upset by her departure; proposes to her. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/ii) Proposes to Sally, is rejected, and receives her advice on enterprise and independence. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/iii) Ginger is discussed at length, with Sally defending his actions and character against Bruce's disapproval. ### [IV: Ginger in Dangerous Mood](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/iv-ginger-in-dangerous-mood) In a dangerous mood due to hopeless love for Sally; reluctantly gives Sally's address and is further provoked by the family dinner summons and Sally's telegram. ### [VIII: Reappearance of Mr. Carmyle—and Ginger](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/viii-reappearance-of-mr-carmyle-and-ginger) Has followed Sally's advice and rebelled against his family; hides under Sally's bed in her boardinghouse room. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/ii) Reported to have disappeared after insulting his uncle Donald; Sally feels she created this new rebellious Ginger. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/iii) Appears unexpectedly, hiding under Sally's bed in her boardinghouse room. ### [IX: Ginger Becomes a Right-Hand Man](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/ix-ginger-becomes-a-right-hand-man) Hiding from Mrs. Meecher, he explains his falling out with his uncle and his current financial straits; he is grateful for Sally's help. ### [X: Sally in the Shadows](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/x-sally-in-the-shadows) Ginger helps Sally furnish her apartment and listens to her troubles, offering comfort and blunt observations about Carmyle. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/i) Grateful to Sally for his job; helps her move furniture and discusses his vague duties at Fillmore's enterprise. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/ii) Absent from the office, later visits Sally's apartment and discusses Carmyle's possible motives. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/iii) Delivers the news of Gerald's marriage to Sally. He feels remorse for his bluntness but is also elated by the new closeness he feels with her. ### [XI: Sally Runs Away](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/xi-sally-runs-away) Stays away from Sally out of delicacy, plans a drive, encounters Carmyle, and reads Sally's letter with deep emotion. ### [XII: Some Letters for Ginger](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/xii-some-letters-for-ginger) The recipient of Sally's letters; she references his past advice and their ongoing connection. ### [XIII: Strange Behaviour of a Sparring-Partner](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/xiii-strange-behaviour-of-a-sparring-partner) No longer works at the office; is now sparring partner for Bugs Butler, enduring blows but landing a surprising punch. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/i) Sally is surprised to learn he is no longer at the office, having apparently lost his job. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/iii) Prepares for the boxing match, appearing embarrassed and self-conscious. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/iv) Displays unexpected aggression and courage in the boxing ring, fighting back against Bugs Butler despite being outmatched. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/i) Confesses to stealing Sally's photograph, which led to his firing, and shares his ambition to run a dog kennel. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/ii) Calls Sally with news about a party, but she is too upset to engage. ### [At the Flower Garden](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/xvi-at-the-flower-garden) Discovers Sally's sacrifice and confesses his love for her, but learns she is engaged to Carmyle. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/iii) He appears at the Flower Garden, bringing a puppy to reconcile Reginald Cracknell and Mabel Hobson. He watches Sally and later approaches her table after Bruce leaves. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/iv) Reunites with Sally, learns of her sacrifice, and proposes to her, declaring his love. ### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/v) Ginger is distraught over Sally's engagement, trying to convince her to break it off. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/iii) Receives a phone call from Sally and is ecstatic, quickly waking up and preparing to see her. ### [XVIII: Journey's End](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/chapters/xviii-journey-s-end) Ginger is blissfully happy in marriage, still amazed by his good fortune, and shows his practical side by forgetting the chops. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/characters/ginger_kemp - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventures_of_sally_se/characters