# Julia Brabazon — The Claverings character guide > Julia Brabazon in The Claverings by Anthony Trollope. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Lady Ongar, Lady Clavering, Julie, Ongar **First appearance:** 0000-i-julia-brabazon ## Snapshot A beautiful, newly widowed countess who returns to London in weeds and dignity, testing whether Harry Clavering's old love can be revived. ## Who they are Julia Brabazon once chose Lord Ongar's title over Harry Clavering's love, and she has paid for it in a miserable marriage and a widowhood shadowed by scandal. Now Lady Ongar, richer and harder, she greets Harry with a confidence that unsettles him and a loneliness she will not quite name. Her reappearance forces the novel's central question — whether old passion or new fidelity will win — and her ambiguous position as a wealthy widow makes her both a prize and a threat to everyone around her. ## Relationships ### [Harry Clavering](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/characters/harry_clavering) _romantic_ Harry is deeply in love with Julia, but she jilts him for a wealthier man, creating a painful romantic tension. ### [Sir Hugh Clavering](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/characters/sir_hugh_clavering) _family_ Julia is married to Sir Hugh, a cold and abusive husband, making this a strained familial relationship. ### [Sophie Gordeloup](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/characters/sophie_gordeloup) _psychological_ Sophie is a manipulative confidante to Julia, often exerting a negative influence over her decisions. ### [Florence Burton](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/characters/florence_burton) _rivalry_ Florence and Julia are romantic rivals for Harry's love, leading to jealousy and animosity. ### [Count Pateroff](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/characters/count_pateroff) _romantic_ Count Pateroff is a suitor to Julia, pursuing her with romantic interest after her marriage fails. ### [Harry Clavering](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/characters/harry_clavering) _romantic_ Harry is deeply in love with Julia, but she jilts him for a wealthier man, creating a painful romantic tension. ### [Harry Clavering](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/characters/harry_clavering) _romantic_ Harry is deeply in love with Julia, but she jilts him for a wealthier man, creating a painful romantic tension. ### [Sir Hugh Clavering](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/characters/sir_hugh_clavering) _family_ Julia is married to Sir Hugh, a cold and abusive husband, making this a strained familial relationship. ### [Sir Hugh Clavering](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/characters/sir_hugh_clavering) _family_ Julia is married to Sir Hugh, a cold and abusive husband, making this a strained familial relationship. ### [Sophie Gordeloup](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/characters/sophie_gordeloup) _psychological_ Sophie is a manipulative confidante to Julia, often exerting a negative influence over her decisions. ### [Count Pateroff](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/characters/count_pateroff) _romantic_ Count Pateroff is a suitor to Julia, pursuing her with romantic interest after her marriage fails. ### [Sophie Gordeloup](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/characters/sophie_gordeloup) _psychological_ Sophie is a manipulative confidante to Julia, often exerting a negative influence over her decisions. ## In the story ### [Julia Brabazon](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/i-julia-brabazon) Walks in the gardens and confronts Harry Clavering about her decision to marry Lord Ongar, defending her choice as practical and worldly. ### [Lord Ongar](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/iii-lord-ongar) Endures her sister's and brother-in-law's remarks about Lord Ongar's drinking and smoking, stoically accepting the bargain of her marriage. ### [IV: Florence Burton](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/iv-florence-burton) Mentioned in Harry's thoughts regarding her unhappy marriage to Lord Ongar and rumors of misconduct. ### [Lady Ongar's Return](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/v-lady-ongar-s-return) Returning to London as the widowed Lady Ongar; Harry arranges her lodgings and plans to meet her at the station. ### [Some Scenes in the Life of a Countess](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/vii-some-scenes-in-the-life-of-a-countess) Now Lady Ongar, she reveals the abuse and accusations she suffered from her late husband, Lord Ongar. ### [The House in Onslow Crescent](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/viii-the-house-in-onslow-crescent) Harry recalls her tragic tale of marriage to Lord Ongar and her claim that he is her only friend; he forgives her past sins but resolves to inform her of his engagement. ### [XI: Sir Hugh and His Brother Archie](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xi-sir-hugh-and-his-brother-archie) Discussed as the target of Archie's marriage scheme; Harry insists she would not be happy with Archie. ### [Lady Ongar Takes Possession](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xii-lady-ongar-takes-possession) Lady Ongar takes possession of Ongar Park, reflecting on her marriage as a bargain and grappling with social isolation. ### [A Visitor Calls at Ongar Park](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xiii-a-visitor-calls-at-ongar-park) Lady Ongar is alone at Ongar Park, brooding over her past with Harry Clavering and her unhappy marriage. She refuses to see Count Pateroff and later returns to London. ### [Count Pateroff and His Sister](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xiv-count-pateroff-and-his-sister) Discussed by Count Pateroff and Madame Gordeloup; Harry reflects on her association with them. ### [An Evening in Bolton Street](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xv-an-evening-in-bolton-street) Writes to Harry, expressing her desire to see him; speaks of her unhappiness and her wish to renounce her wealth and title. ### [The Rivals](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xvi-the-rivals) Sits alone late into the night, tormented by her past and her wealth, and writes a heartfelt letter to Harry Clavering. ### [Let Her Know That You're There](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xvii-let-her-know-that-you-re-there) The wealthy widow whom Archie hopes to marry; her position is discussed as peculiar due to her recent widowhood and fortune. ### [Captain Clavering Makes His First Attempt](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xviii-captain-clavering-makes-his-first-attempt) Expects Harry Clavering but is disappointed to find Archie; remains cold and formal. ### [XIX: The Blue Posts](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xix-the-blue-posts) Sends a note to Harry upbraiding him for not completing her commission regarding Count Pateroff. ### [XX: Desolation](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xx-desolation) Mentioned as having quarreled with her sister; writes to Mrs. Clavering offering to take Lady Clavering away after the funeral. ### [Yes; Wrong;—Certainly Wrong](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xxi-yes-wrong-certainly-wrong) Reveals her loneliness and isolation; defends her association with Sophie Gordeloup; discusses the death of her nephew and Count Pateroff's message. ### [The Day of the Funeral](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xxii-the-day-of-the-funeral) Lady Ongar; sends a message through Harry urging her sister to leave Clavering; Harry feels bound to her after their intimate encounter. ### [The Russian Spy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xxiv-the-russian-spy) Lady Ongar is the target of Archie's marriage scheme; she is described as being close to Sophie Gordeloup. ### [XXV: “What Would Men Say of You?”](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xxv-what-would-men-say-of-you) Confronts Harry about Florence, expresses her hurt and pride, and ultimately refuses to let him betray his engagement. ### [The Man Who Dusted His Boots with His Handkerchief](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xxvi-the-man-who-dusted-his-boots-with-his-handkerchief) Mentioned as Lady Ongar; Harry's name is linked with her; she has left town for the Isle of Wight. ### [Freshwater Gate](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xxvii-freshwater-gate) Lady Ongar is staying at Freshwater Gate with Sophie, trying to escape the Count's advances but still haunted by her past. ### [XXVIII: What Cecilia Burton Did for Her Sister-in-Law](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xxviii-what-cecilia-burton-did-for-her-sister-in-law) Referred to as Lady Ongar; Cecilia condemns her as a woman who jilted Harry and now seeks a husband with her fortune. ### [How Damon Parted from Pythias](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xxix-how-damon-parted-from-pythias) Lady Ongar determines to break with Sophie after the Count's pursuit, confronts her, and ends their intimacy during the journey to London. ### [Doodles in Mount Street](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xxx-doodles-in-mount-street) Lady Ongar is the target of Archie's suit and Sophie's schemes, though she is not directly present in the chapter. ### [Harry Clavering's Confession](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xxxi-harry-clavering-s-confession) Lady Ongar, Harry's former love, whose return has thrown his life into turmoil; Harry plans to see her before deciding his future. ### [Mr. Saul’s Abode](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xxxiv-mr-saul-s-abode) Lady Ongar, the wealthy widow to whom Harry has returned, causing his breach with Florence. ### [Parting](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xxxv-parting) Mentioned as Lady Ongar; Mrs. Clavering considers inviting her to Clavering Park. ### [Captain Clavering Makes His Last Attempt](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xxxvi-captain-clavering-makes-his-last-attempt) Receives a letter from Sophie Gordeloup and firmly rejects Captain Clavering's proposal, asserting her independence and her desire for love. ### [XXXVII: What Lady Ongar Thought About It](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xxxvii-what-lady-ongar-thought-about-it) Receives Mrs. Burton with calculated ease, asserting her own feelings and the necessity of Harry's free choice. ### [XXXVIII: How to Dispose of a Wife](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xxxviii-how-to-dispose-of-a-wife) Receives Sir Hugh's visit; refuses to sell Ongar Park; contemplates giving it to Harry Clavering. ### [Farewell to Doodles](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xxxix-farewell-to-doodles) Discussed by Archie and Doodles; Sophie threatens to expose secrets about her. ### [Showing How Mrs. Burton Fought Her Battle](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xl-showing-how-mrs-burton-fought-her-battle) Discussed as the object of Harry's renewed affection; Mrs. Burton reports that she is beautiful and that she loves Harry. ### [Restitution](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xlii-restitution) Receives Harry's letter and responds with a composed note, reflecting on their 'quits' status and her shattered dreams. ### [Lady Ongar's Revenge](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xliii-lady-ongar-s-revenge) Sits in her accustomed chair, delivers a pointed and emotional conversation, and offers a ring for Florence. ### [XLV: Is She Mad?](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xlv-is-she-mad) Lady Ongar receives the news of her brother-in-law's death and reflects on her past, her failed marriage, and her feelings for Harry Clavering. She travels to Clavering Park and meets Mrs. Clavering. ### [Madame Gordeloup Retires from British Diplomacy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xlvi-madame-gordeloup-retires-from-british-diplomacy) Lady Ongar sends a cold, formal reply to Sophie, commissions Mr. Turnbull to pay a gratuity, and struggles with her own discretion and guilt over her severity. ### [Showing How Things Settled Themselves at the Rectory](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/chapters/xlvii-showing-how-things-settled-themselves-at-the-rectory) Now Lady Ongar, she meets Florence and speaks with her about the drowning of Sir Hugh and Archie. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/characters/julia_brabazon - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_claverings_se/characters