Love and Obsession

Where it surfaces

• I

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

• IV

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

• VI

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

• IX

  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

  Gretorex's passion for Ivy Lexton is presented as a motive for murder.

• XI

  Roger's love for Ivy overshadows his relationship with Enid; Mrs. Gretorex's jealousy reveals her obsession with her son's affections.

• XIII

  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

  Gretorex's alleged motive of love for Ivy, and Rushworth's passionate cables, underscore the dangerous entanglements of love and obsession.

• XVI

  Gretorex's love for Ivy drives his request for gentle treatment, and Ivy's pride in his composure reflects her lingering emotional connection.

• XVIII

  Enid's love for Roger Gretorex drives her desperate plea to Ivy; Ivy's obsession with Rushworth's return overshadows all else.

• XIX

  Enid Dent's enduring love for Roger Gretorex drives her desperate search for evidence to save him.

• XX

  Gretorex's love letter to Ivy reveals a sincere, obsessive passion, contrasting with Ivy's manipulative behavior.

• XXI

  Roger's obsessive love for Ivy is recalled; Ivy's own attachment is self-serving and intertwined with fear.

• XXII

  Rushworth's intense, consuming love for Ivy drives his actions, even as it turns to hatred upon learning of her guilt.