Northanger Abbey

A 17-year-old girl who has led a sheltered life and escapes into Gothic novels. Her imagination is vivid, fueling both wonder and misjudgment as she encounters Bath society. Through her experiences, she grows from naive infatuation to a more measured, self-aware understanding of love and legitimacy.

A witty, kind clergyman who becomes Catherine's love interest. He offers affectionate guidance, decrypting social conventions with humor. His charm helps Catherine test her assumptions and grow more confident in her judgments.

The stern head of the Tilney family, obsessed with wealth and propriety. He initially welcomes Catherine but later ejects her from Northanger Abbey when he suspects her family is not affluent. His actions catalyze Catherine's disillusionment and growth.

A lively, flirtatious friend who enjoys social advancement. She flirts with Frederick, affecting James Morland's prospects, and ultimately ends her engagement with him. Her attitude highlights social climbing and manipulation in Bath society.

Henry Tilney's thoughtful sister who warmly invites Catherine to stay at Northanger Abbey. She acts as a stabilizing influence and supportive guide, helping Catherine navigate new social surroundings.

Catherine's brother, in love with Isabella; hopeful and sentimental. His engagement with Isabella is complicated by her flirtations and the couple's differing social expectations.

Isabella's boastful brother who pursues Catherine and misreads situations for self-importance. His vanity and trust in his own charms drive some of the miscommunications in Bath.

Catherine's amiable chaperone and guide to Bath society. She introduces Catherine to new social circles and helps facilitate introductions among families.

Catherine's mother, concerned with propriety and status; her hopes for polite connections drive some family dynamics and influence Catherine's desire for acceptance within society.

Catherine's father, a country gentleman who represents middle-class values. He provides a stable, supportive home life and values education and propriety.