# Epilogue explained — The Good Companions

> Chapter companion for The Good Companions by J. B. Priestley.

## 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.

## Character check-ins

### 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 lines

> 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._

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