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Anne ElliotAnne receives little regard within her family but has Lady Russell’s affection.First seen in chapter 1
Lady RussellLady Russell cares for Anne, who receives little attention from her family.First seen in chapter 1
Sir WalterAnne’s father values rank and appearance, favors Elizabeth, and spends beyond his income.First seen in chapter 1
Mr ElliotElizabeth resents his rejection of the family and its expectations.First seen in chapter 1
ElizabethSir Walter’s favored daughter shares his pride and worries about marriage and money.First seen in chapter 1
Mrs ClayElizabeth’s friend, whose friendship with her concerns Lady Russell.First seen in chapter 2
Admiral CroftA wealthy naval officer interested in renting Kellynch Hall despite Sir Walter’s objections.First seen in chapter 3
Captain WentworthA naval captain whose engagement to Anne ends under Lady Russell’s influence.First seen in chapter 4
MaryAnne’s sister demands her company while their father and Elizabeth move to Bath.First seen in chapter 5
HenriettaOne of the Musgrove sisters, whose attention to Wentworth unsettles Charles Hayter.First seen in chapter 9
Louisa MusgroveOne of the Musgrove sisters, whose firmness Captain Wentworth praises during a walk.First seen in chapter 10
Captain BenwickA grieving captain at Lyme whose fiancée, Fanny Harville, has died.First seen in chapter 11
Captain HarvilleOne of Wentworth’s friends at Lyme, whose household warmly welcomes the visiting party.First seen in chapter 11

Chapter 1
Sir Walter’s debts force the family to seek advice, though he and Elizabeth resist losing comfort or standing.
Chapter 2
Sir Walter rejects proposed economies and agrees to let Kellynch Hall and move to Bath.
Chapter 3
Mr Shepherd proposes Admiral Croft as a tenant, and the Crofts’ connection with Mr Wentworth draws Anne’s attention.
Chapter 4
Anne recalls ending her engagement to Captain Wentworth under Lady Russell’s influence and regrets the decision.
Chapter 5
The Crofts agree to rent Kellynch Hall, while Anne stays in the country to attend Mary.
Chapter 6
Anne patiently handles family complaints at Uppercross, where news of Captain Wentworth’s arrival disturbs her.
Chapter 7
Anne cares for Mary’s injured son, then briefly meets Wentworth and hears his hurtful comment about her changed appearance.
Chapter 8
Wentworth entertains the Musgroves with naval stories but maintains a painful formality toward Anne.
Chapter 9
Wentworth quietly removes Walter from Anne’s back, leaving her shaken by his help and avoidance of thanks.
Chapter 10
Wentworth praises Louisa’s firmness during a walk and later arranges a carriage ride for Anne.
Chapter 11
At Lyme, Anne meets the Harvilles and the grieving Captain Benwick, whom she tries to help through conversation.
Chapter 12
Louisa falls on the Cobb, and Anne directs immediate help before returning to Uppercross with Wentworth and Henrietta.
Chapter 13
Anne helps arrange Louisa’s care and learns that Wentworth praises her help and asks about her health.
Chapter 14
Anne hears encouraging news about Louisa and travels reluctantly to Bath, where Mr Elliot’s attentions impress Lady Russell.
Chapter 15
Anne recognizes Mr Elliot as the stranger from Lyme and questions his motives despite enjoying his conversation.
Chapter 16
Anne worries about Sir Walter’s attention to Mrs Clay while her family seeks recognition from noble relatives.
Chapter 17
Anne renews her friendship with Mrs Smith and resists Lady Russell’s encouragement to marry Mr Elliot.
Chapter 18
Mary’s letter announces Louisa’s engagement to Captain Benwick, stirring Anne’s hopes that Wentworth is free.
Chapter 19
Anne meets an awkward Wentworth in Bath and later chooses a concert hoping to speak with him again.
Chapter 20
Wentworth’s remarks about lasting love encourage Anne, but Mr Elliot’s interruptions and Wentworth’s departure make her fear jealousy.
Chapter 21
Mrs Smith reveals Mr Elliot’s selfish conduct and produces a letter showing his contempt for Anne’s family.
Chapter 22
Anne withdraws from Mr Elliot and welcomes the Musgroves’ arrival as another chance to see Wentworth.
Chapter 23
Wentworth writes Anne a declaration of continuing love, and they renew their promises during a private walk.
Chapter 24
Anne and Wentworth marry, Lady Russell revises her judgments, and Wentworth helps Mrs Smith recover her property.
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