The Black Moth · Character

Miles O'Hara

A lazy-tongued Irish baronet whose easy wit conceals a fierce loyalty and a sharp eye for the secrets his friends will not tell.

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Also known as O'Hara, Sir Miles O'Hara, Sir Miles, Lazy Miles

First appearance: IX: Lady O'Hara Intervenes

As a major figure in The Black Moth, Miles O'Hara is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

John's old friend who stops him as a highwayman, recognizes his gentlemanly nature, and reveals he is a Justice of the Peace.

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Sir Miles O'Hara trades teasing banter with his wife Molly while quietly guarding Jack Carstares' hidden identity and refusing to break a promise. He understands Jack's refusal to court Diana before clearing his name,…

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VIII: The Biter Bit
John's old friend who stops him as a highwayman, recognizes his gentlemanly nature, and reveals he is a Justice of the Peace.
IX: Lady O'Hara Intervenes
Reluctantly tells his wife about capturing the highwayman, then is fooled by her intervention and releases Jack.
X: Lady O’Hara Retires
Joyfully recognizes Jack; learns of Jack's past six years; offers hospitality and a horse; expresses loyalty despite the scandal.
XI: My Lord Turns Rescuer and Comes Nigh Ending His Life
Bids farewell to Jack, extracts a promise to contact him if in trouble.
My Lord Dictates a Letter and Receives a Visitor
Visits Jack, brings news of Jim Salter, and discusses the identity of the attacker (Belmanoir) and the circumstances of the rescue.
My Lord Makes His Bow
Arrives at the Beauleigh house and joins the group on the lawn. He supports Jack's evasions regarding Mr. Everard.
XIV: Mistress Diana Is Unmaidenly
Observes Jack's growing love for Diana with apprehension and writes to his wife about it.
O'Hara's Mind Is Made Up
Observes Jack's distress, hosts him at Thurze House, and reveals news about the Duke of Andover and Dick's financial troubles.
XVII: Lady O’Hara Wins Her Point
Sleeps in the garden, is teased by Molly, and supports her plan to coax Jack to stay.
XXI: Mrs. Fanshawe Lights a Fire and O’Hara Fans the Flame
Arrives at the Cocoa-Tree club and deliberately ignores Richard, conveying scorn and anger, indicating he knows the truth about Jack.
XXVIII: In Which What Threatened to Be Tragedy Turns to Comedy
Arrives at the house, carries Jack to the couch, joins the supper party.
XXIX: Lady O’Hara Is Triumphant
Returns unharmed and humorously recounts the events at the Beauleigh house.

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