Character guide

Sarah Thornthwaite

major

Also known as Sarah, Aunt Sarah, Sally, Sarah Thornthet

A central figure in the Thornthwaite family, navigating love and duty.

Simon Thornthwaite

major

Also known as Simon, Uncle Simon, III Simon

A patriarch of the Thornthwaite clan, whose decisions shape the family's fate.

Eliza of Blindbeck

major

Also known as Eliza, Blindbeck, the terrible Eliza

A formidable woman from Blindbeck with a mysterious past and strong will.

May Fleming

major

Also known as May, Fleming

A young woman whose arrival brings change and romance to the Thornthwaites.

Geordie Thornthwaite

supporting

Also known as Geordie, Geordie Thornthet, Cousin Geordie

A spirited Thornthwaite cousin with a rebellious streak and deep loyalties.

Jim Thornthwaite

supporting

Also known as Jim, Jim Thornthwaite, poor Jim

A Thornthwaite son caught between family expectations and personal desires.

Will Thornthwaite

supporting

Also known as Will, Will Thornthwaites, the Thornthwaites

A pragmatic Thornthwaite brother managing the family's affairs.

Mr. Dent

supporting

Also known as Dent

A local figure whose actions influence the Thornthwaite household.

Elliman Wilkinson

supporting

Also known as Elliman

A neighbor with a sharp tongue and a role in village gossip.

Sam Battersby

supporting

Also known as Sam Battersby of Kitty Fold, Battersby, Young Battersby

A young man from Kitty Fold with ties to the Thornthwaite circle.

Jimmy Boscombe

minor

Also known as Jim

A minor character involved in local affairs and social dynamics.

Mrs. Addison

minor

Also known as Mr. and Mrs. Addison, Mr. Addison

A married couple in the community, often seen at gatherings.

Mrs. Simon

minor

Also known as Mrs. Simon

Simon Thornthwaite's wife, a quiet presence in the family.

Eliza Thornthet

minor

Also known as Eliza Thornthet

A different Eliza from the Thornthwaite line, distinct from Eliza of Blindbeck.

Mary Phyllis

minor

Also known as Mary

A young woman briefly mentioned in the narrative.

Taylor

minor

A local tradesman or servant with minor interactions.

Stephen Addison

minor

Also known as Stephen

A member of the Addison family, occasionally mentioned.

Harry

minor

A minor character appearing in village scenes.

Mrs. Thornthet

minor

Also known as Mrs. Thornthet

A Thornthwaite matriarch with limited direct presence.

Jamie Lowther

minor

Also known as Jim, poor Jim

A figure from the past, referenced in family stories.

Cousin Eliza

minor

Also known as Eliza

A relative of the Thornthwaites, distinct from other Elizas.

Mrs. Bond

minor

A village woman with a minor role in local affairs.

Annie Belle

minor

A briefly mentioned character in the community.

Master

minor

A generic term for a male authority figure, possibly a servant's reference.