Part 1, Chapter 5 Summary

Aloysius Sullivan, the solicitor, who is a close friend of the family, as well as the one who is in charge of matters of the estate, is contacted. He breaks the news to Bridget about the telegram he has received. He questions Lucy to see whether she remembers any conversations that might help them find her parents. Lucy does not respond. Later she tells Henry that she thinks Mr. Sullivan hates her. He starts a search for the couple by contacting anybody they knew, but to no avail. He hires an investigator to go to Switzerland where Heloise had written her bank to withdraw the money. The investigation comes up dry.

Part 1, Chapter 5 Analysis

This chapter introduces Aloysius Sullivan, who has been mentioned previously, but who has never made an appearance. He is a grave, but kind and conscientious man. He...