# Behind a Mask — Character guide

> Key figures in Behind a Mask by Louisa May Alcott.

- [Jean Muir](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/jean_muir.md): A mysterious governess who arrives at Coventry Hall and captivates the household.
- [Mr. Coventry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/mr_coventry.md): The proud younger son of the Coventry family, initially suspicious of Jean Muir.
- [Ned Coventry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/ned_coventry.md): The elder Coventry brother, warm-hearted and easily charmed by Jean Muir.
- [Sir John Coventry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/sir_john_coventry.md): The elderly baronet and head of the Coventry family, kind and generous.
- [Bella Coventry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/bella_coventry.md): The naive young daughter of the Coventry family, befriended by Jean Muir.
- [Lucia](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/lucia.md): A refined young woman and Gerald's love interest, wary of Jean Muir.
- [Mrs. Coventry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/mrs_coventry.md): The matriarch of Coventry Hall, often ill-tempered and suspicious.
- [Lady Sydney](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/lady_sydney.md): A noblewoman with a past connection to Jean Muir's earlier life.
- [Dean](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/dean.md): A servant or confidante at Coventry Hall, loyal to the family.
- [Miss Beaufort](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/miss_beaufort.md): A social acquaintance mentioned in the household's circle.
- [Hector](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/hector.md): A servant or groom at Coventry Hall, occasionally mentioned.
- [Dr. Scott](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/dr_scott.md): A physician called to attend to the Coventry family.
- [Reverend Mr. Fairfax](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/reverend_mr_fairfax.md): A clergyman who visits the Coventry household.
- [Lady Grace Howard](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/lady_grace_howard.md): A noblewoman connected to the Sydney family.
- [Hortense](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/hortense.md): A French maid or companion associated with Jean Muir's past.
- [Mrs. Morris](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/mrs_morris.md): A local woman who provides lodging or services.
- [Vashti](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/behind_a_mask_se/characters/vashti.md): A name Jean Muir uses as an alias or stage name.

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