Lady Knollys

Maud Ruthyn

Lady Knollys is Maud's warm and protective aunt, offering genuine affection and support against the threats surrounding her.

Uncle Silas

Lady Knollys deeply distrusts Uncle Silas and actively opposes his influence over Maud, viewing him as a dangerous manipulator.

Madame de la Rougierre

Lady Knollys immediately recognizes Madame de la Rougierre as a dangerous and deceitful woman, openly opposing her influence over Maud.

Uncle Silas

Lady Knollys deeply distrusts Uncle Silas and actively opposes his influence over Maud, viewing him as a dangerous manipulator.

Maud Ruthyn

Lady Knollys is Maud's warm and protective aunt, offering genuine affection and support against the threats surrounding her.

Madame de la Rougierre

Lady Knollys immediately recognizes Madame de la Rougierre as a dangerous and deceitful woman, openly opposing her influence over Maud.

Maud Ruthyn

Lady Knollys is Maud's warm and protective aunt, offering genuine affection and support against the threats surrounding her.

Uncle Silas

Lady Knollys deeply distrusts Uncle Silas and actively opposes his influence over Maud, viewing him as a dangerous manipulator.

Madame de la Rougierre

Lady Knollys immediately recognizes Madame de la Rougierre as a dangerous and deceitful woman, openly opposing her influence over Maud.

VIII: The Smoker

Expected to visit Knowl; Madame inquires about her age, wealth, and relation to Maud, then feigns illness to avoid meeting her.

IX: Monica Knollys

Arrives with her nephew, brings energy and humor, criticizes Maud's dress and her father's seclusion, warns about Madame de la Rougierre.

X: Lady Knollys Removes a Coverlet

Visits Knowl, criticizes Maud's appearance, and insists on seeing Madame de la Rougierre despite her feigned illness.

XI: Lady Knollys Sees the Features

Confronts Madame de la Rougierre, expresses shock and suspicion, and advises Maud to secure her room.

A Curious Conversation

Lady Knollys shares the troubling story of Uncle Silas's past, including the murder suspicion, while showing a mix of reluctance and candor.

XIII: Before and After Breakfast

Lady Knollys warns Maud about Captain Oakley's motives, insists he leave, and advises Maud against his advances. She exerts control over the situation.

Angry Words

Warns Maud about Madame and argues fiercely with Austin Ruthyn about the governess's character.

XV: A Warning

Visits Maud to warn her about Madame de la Rougierre, advising caution and secrecy before departing Knowl.

A Midnight Visitor

Maud's cousin, whose warnings about Madame are recalled; she writes a letter proposing to visit and take Maud to London.

XIX: Au Revoir

Mentioned as the person Austin Ruthyn plans to invite for a visit to advise Maud; Maud is forbidden to discuss the conversation with her.

Austin Ruthyn Sets Out on His Journey

Lady Knollys writes a lively letter announcing her imminent visit to Knowl.

Arrivals

Arrives to support Maud, manages funeral details, and discusses the will and the key with Maud.

XXII: Somebody in the Room with the Coffin

Skeptical of Uncle Silas's letter, she warns Maud about his possible mercenary motives. She stays with Maud at night and witnesses Doctor Bryerly's strange behavior.

I Talk with Doctor Bryerly

Cousin Monica is present in the schoolroom, immediately notices Maud's distress, and comforts her, offering to attend the will reading.

The Opening of the Will

Cousin Monica, who tries to reassure Maud but is herself visibly disturbed by the will's provisions.

XXV: I Hear from Uncle Silas

Protests Maud's guardianship arrangement, criticizes Doctor Clay and Danvers, and vows to oppose Uncle Silas after reading his postscript.

The Story of Uncle Silas

Cousin Monica provides a detailed account of Uncle Silas's past, including his marriage, gambling, and the Charke affair.

More About Tom Charke’s Suicide

Relates the story of Tom Charke's suicide and the scandal, expressing her perplexity about Uncle Silas's character.

I Am Persuaded

Lady Knollys strongly urges Maud to reconsider going to Bartram-Haugh, warning that the house is socially condemned and that the arrangement could harm Maud's future.

How the Ambassador Fared

Lady Knollys tries to comfort Maud and argues that consulting Uncle Silas was the right course, but she is troubled by Maud's agitation.

On the Road

Expresses concern about Mary Quince's abilities and warns Maud about potential dangers; stays at Knowl until Maud's departure.

XXXIV: Zamiel

Mentioned by Mr. Carysbroke as a reference for his drawing abilities.

XXXV: We Visit a Room in the Second Storey

Sends kind letters to Maud, promises to visit and include Milly in her invitation for Christmas.

III: A Midnight Departure

Lady Knollys returns and visits Maud at Bartram-Haugh, bringing cheer and meeting Milly.

Cousin Monica and Uncle Silas Meet

Visits Bartram-Haugh; confronts Uncle Silas with sharp words, tries to arrange a visit for Maud and Milly to Elverston, and confides her alarm at Silas's appearance and behavior.

V: In Which I Make Another Cousin's Acquaintance

Lady Knollys sends a welcome letter to Maud.

VI: My Cousin Dudley

Lady Knollys sends a note inviting Maud and Milly to Elverston, and she has written to Uncle Silas to request their visit.

Elverston and Its People

Hosts Maud and Milly at Elverston; warns Maud about Charles Oakley and Dudley; discusses Uncle Silas's questionable activities.

News at Bartram Gate

Hostess at Elverston; reveals Lord Ilbury's true identity and facilitates the social atmosphere.

XIII: Question and Answer

Lady Knollys is the subject of Uncle Silas's interrogation and the recipient of his angry refusal letter.

XVII: The Picture of a Wolf

Maud writes to her as instructed by Uncle Silas.

An Odd Proposal

Lady Knollys sends a long, affectionate letter to Maud, full of gossip and kindness.

The Letter

Writes a cheerful letter to Maud, unaware of her peril, and is the intended recipient of Maud's secret message.

XXIII: Lady Knollys' Carriage

Visits Bartram-Haugh with guests, is deceived by Uncle Silas and Madame about Maud's whereabouts, and later recounts the conversation with Silas.

XXIV: A Sudden Departure

Maud writes to Lady Knollys as instructed, and Uncle Silas sends a separate letter explaining the sudden departure.

The Journey

Mentioned as a possible alternative guardian; Madame offers to take Maud to her, but Maud distrusts the offer.

Spiced Claret

Maud briefly thinks she hears Lady Knollys's voice in Uncle Silas's room, but she is not actually present.

In the Oak Parlour

Receives Maud at Elverston as she collapses in the oak parlour.

Conclusion

Maud's beloved cousin Monica, still living and youthful in spirit, who took Maud to the Continent.