The Riddle of the Sands · Character

Fräulein Dollmann

Dollmann's watchful daughter, caught between loyalty to her father and the uneasy knowledge that strangers are beginning to see through him.

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Also known as Clara, Clara Dollmann, Miss Clara

First appearance: viii the theory

As a supporting figure in The Riddle of the Sands, Fräulein Dollmann is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Dollmann's daughter; mentioned as being present during Davies' later visits.

Fräulein Dollmann first appears in 0010 viii the theory.

In VII: The Missing Page: Dollmann's daughter; mentioned as being present during Davies' later visits.

Later, in IX: I Sign Articles: Mentioned as Dollmann's daughter; Davies' reticence suggests a personal connection and emotional conflict.

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

This scene marks the dramatic climax because it forces the long-simmering confrontation into the open, with Ca…

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VII: The Missing Page
Dollmann's daughter; mentioned as being present during Davies' later visits.
IX: I Sign Articles
Mentioned as Dollmann's daughter; Davies' reticence suggests a personal connection and emotional conflict.
XI: The Pathfinders
Implied as the lady who inquired about the Dulcibella at Brunsbüttel, rowing alone in the rain.
Commander von Brüning
Mentioned as possibly being back with the yacht; Carruthers teases Davies about calling on her.
Clearing the Air
Davies expresses his belief in her innocence and his deep affection for her, complicating the mission.
XIX: The Rubicon
Sails out to meet Davies, comes aboard for tea, reacts with shock to a book on the shelf, and leaves abruptly.
The Little Drab Book
Mentioned as having looked at the book on board the Dulcibella; Davies loves her and hopes to protect her despite her father's actions.
Finesse
Sits next to Davies; rebuffs his advances with a dry voice, and Carruthers notes misery under her mask, suspecting she has not revealed their secret.
We Achieve Our Double Aim
Clara; accompanies the escape and assists on deck.

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