Who is Lavinia Gardiner from --and Ladies of the Club and what is their importance? #NAME? English & Literature Lavinia Gardiner | --and Ladies of the Club

Aunt Lavinia is Douglas Gardiner's aunt and Caroline Gardiner's sister. Somewhat reclusive, Lavinia only agrees to join the club to foster friendship with people who might help further her nephew's career. Both she and Caroline dislike Douglas's wife Barbara.