The Getting of Wisdom · Character
Evelyn Souttar
A wealthy, self-possessed schoolmate whose easy glamour captivates Laura, and whose casual cruelties teach some of the novel's hardest lessons.
supporting
Also known as Evelyn, Evvy
First appearance: iii
As a supporting figure in The Getting of Wisdom, Evelyn Souttar is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Evelyn, a pretty girl with twinkling brown eyes, shows a rare moment of kindness, calling Laura 'Poor little Kiddy' before turning away.
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Evelyn Souttar moves through the school with the assurance of money and good looks, and Laura, hungry for a model, fastens onto her as an idol. The relationship carries the story's central ache: Laura's longing to be…
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Relationship types
- Friendship
- Other
Character groups
- Elite Social Circle
- Protagonist
- School Friends and Acquaintances
- Extended Family and Community
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
Laura reaches an emotional and psychological peak of isolation and humiliation as she is publicly mocked, aban…
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Evelyn is Laura's closest friend at school, offering companionship and emotional support,… How this plays out →
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friendship · positive
Evelyn is Laura's closest friend at school, offering companionship and emotional support,… How this plays out →
- Laura Rambotham
friendship · positive
Evelyn is Laura's closest friend at school, offering companionship and emotional support,… How this plays out →
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