# XX explained — The Enchanted April

> Chapter companion for The Enchanted April by Elizabeth von Arnim.

## What happens

Rose, determined to confront Frederick about their separate lives, finds him unexpectedly at San Salvatore. Overwhelmed with emotion, she embraces him, believing his arrival is a miracle. Meanwhile, Scrap spends time with Mr. Arundel, who invents amusing stories about her mother, and Lotty comments on the growing love at San Salvatore.

## Themes in this chapter

### Love and Marriage

Rose's emotional reunion with Frederick and her determination to resolve their marital estrangement.

### Self-Discovery and Transformation

Rose's newfound assertiveness and sense of self-worth after being admired by Mr. Briggs.

### Female Friendship and Solidarity

Lotty's supportive comments to Rose about love and happiness at San Salvatore.

## Character check-ins

### Mrs. Arbuthnot

Resolves to confront Frederick, experiences joy at his arrival, and reflects on her brief admiration from Mr. Briggs.

### Frederick

Arrives at San Salvatore and is found by Rose in the drawing-room.

### Mrs. Wilkins

Comments on the love at San Salvatore and encourages Rose's optimism.

### Scrap

Spends time with Mr. Arundel, enjoying invented stories about her mother.

### Mr. Ferdinand Arundel

Invents amusing stories about Lady Droitwich to entertain Scrap.

### Mr. Briggs

Struggles with his tie before dinner, having been smitten by Rose.

## Key lines

> Why shouldn’t she too be happy? Why on earth⁠—the energetic expression matched her mood of rebelliousness⁠—shouldn’t she too be loved and allowed to love?

Rose questions why she cannot also experience happiness and love, reflecting her rebellious determination.

_Rose's internal rebellion against her lonely marriage._

> The miracle had happened, and he had come.

Rose perceives Frederick's arrival as a miraculous answer to her hopes.

_Rose's emotional reaction to Frederick's unexpected presence._

> Lotty was delighted at more love being introduced into San Salvatore

Lotty is pleased that romantic feelings are flourishing among the group.

_Lotty's optimistic view of the growing relationships._

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