The Secret Tomb · Theme

Family and Kinship

How The Secret Tomb develops Family and Kinship.

The narrative explores bonds of blood and chosen family, as Dorothy adopts four orphans and later discovers her aristocratic lineage, while the treasure hunt unites distant cousins and tests loyalties.

Where it surfaces

IV: The Cross-Examination
The chapter emphasizes Dorothy's chosen family of orphans, her bond with them, and the revelation of her biological father's legacy.
On the Road
Dorothy's bond with her circus 'brats' and her concern for Raoul's grandfather underscore themes of family and loyalty.
XI: The Will of the Marquis de Beaugreval
Dorothy emphasizes familial bonds among the medal holders, calling them cousins and fostering unity despite their diverse origins.