# How does The Story of Ivy develop the theme of Love and Obsession?

> The Story of Ivy by Marie Belloc Lowndes

## Answer

The Story of Ivy by Marie Belloc Lowndes develops Love and Obsession across the chapters the companion marks for this theme.

Roger Gretorex's intense, self-sacrificing love for Ivy contrasts with her cold calculation, while Miles Rushworth's romantic idealism is tested by Ivy's true nature, illustrating love as both a destructive and redeeming force.

Roger Gretorex's devoted love for Ivy, which she no longer reciprocates, and Rose Arundell's romantic reunion with her first love.

Rushworth's intense, self-proclaimed 'madly in love' passion for Ivy, coupled with his struggle to maintain control, exemplifies obsessive love.

Gretorex's letter shows obsessive love for Ivy; Ivy is obsessed with Rushworth and her own future.

## Evidence

- [i](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_story_of_ivy_se/chapters/i.md): Roger Gretorex's devoted love for Ivy, which she no longer reciprocates, and Rose Arundell's romantic reunion with her first love.
- [iv](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_story_of_ivy_se/chapters/iv.md): Rushworth's intense, self-proclaimed 'madly in love' passion for Ivy, coupled with his struggle to maintain control, exemplifies obsessive love.
- [vi](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_story_of_ivy_se/chapters/vi.md): Gretorex's letter shows obsessive love for Ivy; Ivy is obsessed with Rushworth and her own future.
- [ix](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_story_of_ivy_se/chapters/ix.md): Gretorex's intense love for Ivy borders on obsession, as he rejoices in her freedom and longs to be with her despite the circumstances.
- [x](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_story_of_ivy_se/chapters/x.md): Gretorex's passion for Ivy Lexton is presented as a motive for murder.
- [xi](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_story_of_ivy_se/chapters/xi.md): Roger's love for Ivy overshadows his relationship with Enid; Mrs. Gretorex's jealousy reveals her obsession with her son's affections.
- [xiii](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_story_of_ivy_se/chapters/xiii.md): Roger's desperate love for Ivy is cited as the reason for his potential danger, and Ivy's flirtatious behavior is noted by Finch.
- [xiv](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_story_of_ivy_se/chapters/xiv.md): Gretorex's alleged motive of love for Ivy, and Rushworth's passionate cables, underscore the dangerous entanglements of love and obsession.

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