Florence Burton

Harry Clavering

Florence is Harry's devoted fiancée, representing a stable and loving romantic bond.

Julia Brabazon

Florence and Julia are romantic rivals for Harry's love, leading to jealousy and animosity.

Harry Clavering

Florence is Harry's devoted fiancée, representing a stable and loving romantic bond.

Harry Clavering

Florence is Harry's devoted fiancée, representing a stable and loving romantic bond.

Julia Brabazon

Florence and Julia are romantic rivals for Harry's love, leading to jealousy and animosity.

Julia Brabazon

Florence and Julia are romantic rivals for Harry's love, leading to jealousy and animosity.

Lord Ongar

Introduced as Mr. Burton's youngest daughter; Harry finds her plain and meagre compared to Julia.

IV: Florence Burton

Bids farewell to Harry before his departure; discusses their future marriage with patience and affection.

Lady Ongar's Return

Harry's fiancée; he thinks of her as his 'glorious love' and contrasts her with Julia.

Some Scenes in the Life of a Countess

Harry's fiancée, whose engagement is known at Beilby's office, causing Harry some embarrassment.

The House in Onslow Crescent

Harry contrasts his love for Florence with his feelings for Julia, affirming that Florence is the right match for him.

Too Prudent by Half

Florence is happily engaged but insists on postponing marriage for financial reasons, showing her prudent and considerate nature.

Florence Burton at the Rectory

Arrives at the rectory, insists on a two-year engagement for prudence, and is warmly received by the Clavering family.

XI: Sir Hugh and His Brother Archie

Visits the Great House; Sir Hugh fails to greet her properly, causing offense.

Count Pateroff and His Sister

Harry dines with the Burtons in Onslow Crescent but does not mention Lady Ongar or Count Pateroff.

An Evening in Bolton Street

Receives a short, distracted letter from Harry; is staying at Clavering Rectory and is unaware of Harry's inner turmoil.

The Rivals

Walks with Mr. Saul, advises him to speak to Fanny directly, and later reflects joyfully on her engagement to Harry.

The Day of the Funeral

Writes a gentle, unsuspecting letter to Harry wondering why he hasn't written; Harry carries it unopened for half a day.

Cumberly Lane Without the Mud

Referenced as having advised Mr. Saul to try again and praised by him for her clarity.

XXV: “What Would Men Say of You?”

Referenced as the innocent party in Harry's dilemma; her goodness is contrasted with Harry's wavering.

The Man Who Dusted His Boots with His Handkerchief

Writes three unanswered letters to Harry, grows unhappy but not jealous, and writes to Mrs. Burton for comfort.

Freshwater Gate

Florence is mentioned as Harry's fiancée, and Sophie uses the story of their engagement to try to influence Lady Ongar.

XXVIII: What Cecilia Burton Did for Her Sister-in-Law

Mentioned as the wronged party; Cecilia and Theodore act on her behalf, and she is expected to arrive on Monday.

Doodles in Mount Street

Florence is mentioned as the recipient of Sophie's anonymous letter, which aims to poison her against Lady Ongar.

Harry Clavering's Confession

Harry's wronged fiancée, who remains unaware of his betrayal; Harry praises her nobility while admitting his own unworthiness.

Florence Burton Packs Up a Packet

Anxious about Harry's silence, she travels to London and learns of his possible betrayal, but resolves to put Harry's happiness first.

Mr. Saul’s Abode

Harry's fiancée, from whom he is now estranged due to his renewed passion for Lady Ongar.

XXXVII: What Lady Ongar Thought About It

Writes a calm, painful letter to Mrs. Clavering to break off her engagement, unaware of Mrs. Burton's intervention.

Showing How Mrs. Burton Fought Her Battle

Devastated by the news, she resolves to end her engagement and return to Stratton, but is persuaded to wait for Mrs. Clavering's reply.

The Sheep Returns to the Fold

Sends back Harry's letters and gifts with a firm letter ending their engagement; her actions provoke Harry's longing and Mrs. Clavering's admiration.

Restitution

Mentioned as Harry's fiancée; Harry visits her at Onslow Crescent.

Lady Ongar's Revenge

Discussed by Harry and Julia; Harry defends her beauty and character.

Showing How Things Settled Themselves at the Rectory

Agrees to an early marriage with Harry under pressure from Mrs. Clavering; visits Lady Ongar at the great house.