Poor Miss Finch

Main Characters and Their Development

• Lucilla Finch - the main heroine, a young blind woman living in the village of Dimchurch. She is kind and naive, but her life changes when she falls in love with Oscar Dubourg. Her character evolves from innocence and trustfulness to a more mature understanding of the world and the people around her.
• Oscar Dubourg - Lucilla's beloved, who suffers from a rare condition that turns his skin blue. He is honest and devoted, but his love for Lucilla is tested by his appearance and the interference of his twin brother.
• Nugent Dubourg - Oscar's twin brother, an artist who returns from America. He is charismatic and ambitious, but his selfishness and drive for success lead to conflicts with Oscar and Lucilla.
• Madame Pratolungo - Lucilla's governess, who cares for and supports her. She plays an important role in Lucilla's life, helping her cope with difficulties and make important decisions.
• Mr. Finch - Lucilla's father, a clergyman who cares for his daughter but often finds himself overshadowed by stronger personalities around him.