Lucy Morris

Lizzie Eustace

Lizzie is jealous of Lucy's moral integrity and her close friendship with Frank Greystock, treating her with condescension and hostility.

Lord Fawn

Lord Fawn is a polite but distant acquaintance of Lucy, interacting mostly through their mutual connection to Lizzie and Frank.

Frank Greystock

Frank is genuinely in love with Lucy Morris and intends to marry her, though his flirtation with Lizzie strains their relationship.

Mrs. Carbuncle

Lucy and Mrs. Carbuncle are acquaintances through Lizzie's circle, with Lucy disapproving of Mrs. Carbuncle's scheming nature.

Lizzie Eustace

Lizzie is jealous of Lucy's moral integrity and her close friendship with Frank Greystock, treating her with condescension and hostility.

Lizzie Eustace

Lizzie is jealous of Lucy's moral integrity and her close friendship with Frank Greystock, treating her with condescension and hostility.

Frank Greystock

Frank is genuinely in love with Lucy Morris and intends to marry her, though his flirtation with Lizzie strains their relationship.

Lord Fawn

Lord Fawn is a polite but distant acquaintance of Lucy, interacting mostly through their mutual connection to Lizzie and Frank.

Lord Fawn

Lord Fawn is a polite but distant acquaintance of Lucy, interacting mostly through their mutual connection to Lizzie and Frank.

Mrs. Carbuncle

Lucy and Mrs. Carbuncle are acquaintances through Lizzie's circle, with Lucy disapproving of Mrs. Carbuncle's scheming nature.

Frank Greystock

Frank is genuinely in love with Lucy Morris and intends to marry her, though his flirtation with Lizzie strains their relationship.

Lucy Morris

Introduced as a governess at Fawn Court, a 'treasure' known for her brightness and competence; she has known Lizzie since childhood.

Frank Greystock

The woman Frank is considering marrying; his family worries she is too poor for him.

Mr. Burke’s Speeches

Defends Frank Greystock's speech against Lord Fawn's criticism, struggles with her unrequited love for Frank and Lady Fawn's warning.

The Conquering Hero Comes

Mentioned as being out of sorts and the subject of Lord Fawn's displeasure.

I Only Thought of It

Engages in a revealing conversation with Frank Greystock, expressing her distrust of Lizzie's character and her love for Frank.

Showing What Frank Greystock Did

Receives Frank's declaration of love and his subsequent letter proposing marriage; described as truthful and perfect in Frank's eyes.

Doan't Thou Marry for Munny

Mentioned as having walked alone with Frank Greystock, causing Lady Fawn's displeasure.

I'll Give You a Hundred Guinea Brooch

Defends her love for Frank Greystock to Lady Fawn, refuses Lizzie's bribe, and receives Frank's marriage proposal.

Certainly an Heirloom

Mentioned as Frank's future bride; Frank visited her at Richmond and was welcomed by Lady Fawn, though tension arose over Lizzie.

XVIII: “And I Have Nothing to Give”

Accepts Frank's engagement with understanding of his financial difficulties, expresses unwavering love, and refrains from jealousy or criticism of Lizzie.

As My Brother

Mentioned in Frank's thoughts as a contrast to Lizzie; he recalls her genuine tears and truthfulness.

Showing What Frank Greystock Thought About Marriage

Frank's fiancée, whom he intends to marry despite her lack of fortune, though his loyalty is tested by Lizzie.

Lucy Morris Misbehaves

Defends Frank Greystock against Lord Fawn's insults, refuses to apologize for accusing Lord Fawn of untruth, and asserts her loyalty to her fiancé.

XXIX: “I Had Better Go Away”

Accuses Lord Fawn of speaking an untruth about Frank Greystock, feels guilty but stands by her conviction; decides she must leave Lady Fawn's house.

Mr. Greystock's Troubles

Writes to Frank about her quarrel with Lord Fawn and her impending departure from Fawn Court.

Frank Greystock's Second Visit to Portray

Mentioned by Lizzie as Frank's fiancée, criticized as 'prim' and 'moral'.

Mr. and Mrs. Hittaway in Scotland

Governess at Fawn Court; Mrs. Hittaway doubts Frank Greystock will marry her, suggesting he is pursuing Lizzie for money.

It Won't Be True

Lucy resolves to leave Fawn Court, apologizes to Lord Fawn, and expresses unwavering faith in Frank Greystock.

Lady Linlithgow at Home

Lucy arrives at Lady Linlithgow's home, enduring her harsh questioning and defending her engagement to Frank Greystock.

Too Bad for Sympathy

Writes a letter to Frank expressing her trust and love, but he delays answering.

Lucy Morris in Brook Street

Hosts Lizzie's visit, listens to the account of the robbery, and later receives a visit from Lady Fawn offering her a home.

Mr. Gowran Up in London

Receives wound from Lady Linlithgow's taunts about Frank's supposed engagement; writes but does not send a letter offering Frank his freedom.

Let It Be as Though It Had Never Been

Devastated by Frank Greystock's neglect, she resolves to leave Lady Fawn's house and return to governess work, feeling her future is bleak and hopeless.

LXIV: Lizzie's Last Scheme

Summoned by Lizzie and subjected to a cruel deception; remains defiant and declares her love for Frank, but leaves believing the engagement is over.

Tribute

Mentioned by Lizzie as the woman Frank is treating badly; Lizzie acknowledges Lucy's genuine nature.

Lizzie Returns to Scotland

Struggles with heartbreak and anger over Frank's perceived betrayal; condemns Lizzie's character harshly; prepares to leave for Fawn Court.

The Story of Lucy Morris Is Concluded

Returns to Fawn Court as a governess, reconciles with Frank Greystock, and later marries him.