# Lucy Morris — The Eustace Diamonds character guide > Lucy Morris in The Eustace Diamonds by Anthony Trollope. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Lucy, Miss Morris, Dear Miss Morris, poor Lucy, Miss Lucy, Dear Lucy, Miss Lucy Morris **First appearance:** 0002-iii-lucy-morris ## Snapshot A poor but honest governess at Fawn Court, loved by Frank Greystock, whose plain integrity stands as the moral counterweight to Lizzie's glittering fraud. ## Who they are Lucy Morris is a treasure though no heroine — cataloguing libraries, planning flower-gardens, and lighting up Fawn Court with a face no one can resist. She loves Frank Greystock without fortune or prospect, and Lady Fawn's household quietly assumes he must marry money instead. Trollope calls her a simple entity, single and predictable, set at the opposite pole from Lizzie; the novel's early tension is whether such plain goodness can survive in a world that rewards Lizzie's kind of charm. ## Relationships ### [Lizzie Eustace](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/characters/lizzie_eustace) _rivalry_ Lizzie is jealous of Lucy's moral integrity and her close friendship with Frank Greystock, treating her with condescension and hostility. ### [Lord Fawn](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/characters/lord_fawn) _social_ Lord Fawn is a polite but distant acquaintance of Lucy, interacting mostly through their mutual connection to Lizzie and Frank. ### [Frank Greystock](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/characters/frank_greystock) _romantic_ Frank is genuinely in love with Lucy Morris and intends to marry her, though his flirtation with Lizzie strains their relationship. ### [Mrs. Carbuncle](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/characters/mrs_carbuncle) _social_ Lucy and Mrs. Carbuncle are acquaintances through Lizzie's circle, with Lucy disapproving of Mrs. Carbuncle's scheming nature. ### [Lizzie Eustace](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/characters/lizzie_eustace) _rivalry_ Lizzie is jealous of Lucy's moral integrity and her close friendship with Frank Greystock, treating her with condescension and hostility. ### [Lizzie Eustace](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/characters/lizzie_eustace) _rivalry_ Lizzie is jealous of Lucy's moral integrity and her close friendship with Frank Greystock, treating her with condescension and hostility. ### [Frank Greystock](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/characters/frank_greystock) _romantic_ Frank is genuinely in love with Lucy Morris and intends to marry her, though his flirtation with Lizzie strains their relationship. ### [Lord Fawn](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/characters/lord_fawn) _social_ Lord Fawn is a polite but distant acquaintance of Lucy, interacting mostly through their mutual connection to Lizzie and Frank. ### [Lord Fawn](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/characters/lord_fawn) _social_ Lord Fawn is a polite but distant acquaintance of Lucy, interacting mostly through their mutual connection to Lizzie and Frank. ### [Mrs. Carbuncle](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/characters/mrs_carbuncle) _social_ Lucy and Mrs. Carbuncle are acquaintances through Lizzie's circle, with Lucy disapproving of Mrs. Carbuncle's scheming nature. ### [Frank Greystock](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/characters/frank_greystock) _romantic_ Frank is genuinely in love with Lucy Morris and intends to marry her, though his flirtation with Lizzie strains their relationship. ## In the story ### [Lucy Morris](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/iii-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/iv-frank-greystock) The woman Frank is considering marrying; his family worries she is too poor for him. ### [Mr. Burke’s Speeches](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/vii-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/viii-the-conquering-hero-comes) Mentioned as being out of sorts and the subject of Lord Fawn's displeasure. ### [I Only Thought of It](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/xii-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/xiii-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/xiv-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/xv-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/xvi-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”](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/xix-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/xxiv-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/xxvii-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”](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/xxx-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/xxxi-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/xxxii-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/xxxiii-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/xxxiv-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/xxxv-too-bad-for-sympathy) Writes a letter to Frank expressing her trust and love, but he delays answering. ### [Lucy Morris in Brook Street](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/xlvi-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/lix-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/lx-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/lxv-tribute) Mentioned by Lizzie as the woman Frank is treating badly; Lizzie acknowledges Lucy's genuine nature. ### [Lizzie Returns to Scotland](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/lxxvi-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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/chapters/lxxvii-the-story-of-lucy-morris-is-concluded) Returns to Fawn Court as a governess, reconciles with Frank Greystock, and later marries him. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/characters/lucy_morris - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_eustace_diamonds_se/characters