# Diana Beauleigh — The Black Moth character guide > Diana Beauleigh in The Black Moth by Georgette Heyer. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Di, Mistress Di, Mistress Diana, Miss Di, Miss Diana, Madam Diana **First appearance:** 0007-vii-introducing-sundry-new-characters ## Snapshot A quietly observant young woman whose guarded heart and steady composure make her the still centre of every storm that gathers around her. ## Who they are Diana moves through her father's garden and household with a self-possession that puzzles and charms those who try to read her. Molly O'Hara, sensing a hidden love, draws her out and learns that Jack will not speak for reasons of honour, not indifference. Her silence and steadiness give the middle chapters their emotional gravity, and her abduction raises the stakes for everyone who cares for her. ## Relationships ### [Jack Carstares](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/characters/jack_carstares) _romantic_ Diana and Jack share a deep, passionate love despite obstacles and misunderstandings. ### [Lady Lavinia Carstares](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/characters/lady_lavinia_carstares) _friendship_ Diana and Lady Lavinia are close friends and confidantes, supporting each other through trials. ### [Tracy Belmanoir](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/characters/tracy_belmanoir) _rivalry_ Diana distrusts and opposes Tracy Belmanoir, viewing him as a threat to those she loves. ### [Lord John Carstares](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/characters/lord_john_carstares) _family_ Diana and Lord John Carstares are related by marriage or close family ties, with a supportive dynamic. ### [Jack Carstares](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/characters/jack_carstares) _romantic_ Diana and Jack share a deep, passionate love despite obstacles and misunderstandings. ### [Lady Lavinia Carstares](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/characters/lady_lavinia_carstares) _friendship_ Diana and Lady Lavinia are close friends and confidantes, supporting each other through trials. ### [Jack Carstares](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/characters/jack_carstares) _romantic_ Diana and Jack share a deep, passionate love despite obstacles and misunderstandings. ### [Lady Lavinia Carstares](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/characters/lady_lavinia_carstares) _friendship_ Diana and Lady Lavinia are close friends and confidantes, supporting each other through trials. ### [Tracy Belmanoir](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/characters/tracy_belmanoir) _rivalry_ Diana distrusts and opposes Tracy Belmanoir, viewing him as a threat to those she loves. ### [Lord John Carstares](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/characters/lord_john_carstares) _family_ Diana and Lord John Carstares are related by marriage or close family ties, with a supportive dynamic. ### [Tracy Belmanoir](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/characters/tracy_belmanoir) _rivalry_ Diana distrusts and opposes Tracy Belmanoir, viewing him as a threat to those she loves. ### [Lord John Carstares](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/characters/lord_john_carstares) _family_ Diana and Lord John Carstares are related by marriage or close family ties, with a supportive dynamic. ## In the story ### [VII: Introducing Sundry New Characters](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/chapters/vii-introducing-sundry-new-characters) A graceful young woman with candid brown eyes and a tragic mouth, observing Bath society. ### [XI: My Lord Turns Rescuer and Comes Nigh Ending His Life](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/chapters/xi-my-lord-turns-rescuer-and-comes-nigh-ending-his-life) The young woman being abducted; rescued by Jack, she tends to his wounds and admires his appearance. ### [My Lord Makes His Bow](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/chapters/xiii-my-lord-makes-his-bow) Dressed in amber silk, she meets Jack formally. She is curious about Mr. Everard's identity and presses Jack for answers, but is playfully deflected. ### [XIV: Mistress Diana Is Unmaidenly](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/chapters/xiv-mistress-diana-is-unmaidenly) Openly expresses her love for Jack and her willingness to share his disgrace, despite his refusal. ### [XVI: Mr. Bettison Proposes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/chapters/xvi-mr-bettison-proposes) Refuses Mr. Bettison's proposal, defends Jack Carr, and confides her love for Jack to her aunt. ### [XVII: Lady O’Hara Wins Her Point](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/chapters/xvii-lady-o-hara-wins-her-point) Discussed by Molly; her love for Jack is inferred from her cool demeanor when he is mentioned. ### [XIX: The Reappearance of His Grace of Andover](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/chapters/xix-the-reappearance-of-his-grace-of-andover) Mentioned as the object of Tracy's obsession; he plans to abduct her. ### [His Grace of Andover Captures the Queen](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/chapters/xxv-his-grace-of-andover-captures-the-queen) Abducted by the Duke of Andover; maintains her composure through wit and defiance. ### [My Lord Rides to Frustrate His Grace](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/chapters/xxvi-my-lord-rides-to-frustrate-his-grace) Abducted by the Duke of Andover while riding; her horse returns with a threatening note. ### [My Lord Enters by the Window](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/chapters/xxvii-my-lord-enters-by-the-window) Trapped by the Duke, witnesses the duel, and calls for help. ### [XXVIII: In Which What Threatened to Be Tragedy Turns to Comedy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/chapters/xxviii-in-which-what-threatened-to-be-tragedy-turns-to-comedy) Tends to Jack's wound, learns his true identity as Earl of Wyncham and highwayman, declares her love for him. ### [Epilogue](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/chapters/epilogue) Now married to Jack and happy, prefers plain dress despite her new position as Countess, and is admired by London society. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/characters/diana_beauleigh - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_black_moth_se/characters