The Good Companions · Chapter
Epilogue explained
The epilogue provides updates on the main characters after the events of the novel.
What happens
The epilogue provides updates on the main characters after the events of the novel. Susie Dean has not married Inigo Jollifant, though they remain close; both are financially successful. Jerry Jerningham has become a successful musical star and is building his own theatre. Jimmy Nunn, Joe, and Mrs. Joe continue in concert-party work, with plans for a seaside hotel. Morton Mitcham has become a pier manager at Sandybay. The McFarlanes have settled in Edinburgh, and Jess Oakroyd is living in Canada, enjoying life but missing England.
Themes in this chapter
Community and Belonging
The epilogue shows characters maintaining connections through letters, visits, and shared memories, emphasizing the enduring bonds formed during their time together.
Adventure and Self-Discovery
Jess Oakroyd's life in Canada and the characters' continued pursuits in theatre and business illustrate ongoing journeys of self-discovery and adaptation.
Characters to notice
- Susie Dean
Remains unmarried, successful comedienne, still close with Inigo.
- Inigo Jollifant
Financially successful from music royalties, has published a book of essays, still devoted to Susie.
- Jerry Jerningham
Now a successful musical star, building his own theatre, married but wife rarely seen.
- Jess Oakroyd
Living in Pittford Falls, Canada, running a business with his son-in-law, misses Bruddersford.
- Joe Brundit
Still in concert-party work with Mrs. Joe, planning a seaside hotel.
Key passages
“No, Susie has not married Inigo. On the other hand, she has not married anybody else.”
Susie remains unmarried to Inigo or anyone else.
Clarifies the romantic status of Susie and Inigo.
“Mr. Oakroyd, far away in Canada, or, to be exact, at Pittford Falls, Ontario.”
Jess Oakroyd now lives in Pittford Falls, Ontario, Canada.
Provides the specific location of Jess Oakroyd's new home.
“The fact that it is to have no pit is desolating many of the outer suburbs.”
Jerry's theatre will lack a pit, disappointing many suburban patrons.
Highlights a quirky detail about Jerry Jerningham's new theatre.