Jane Bennet

One of the Bennet daughters, regarded as the most handsome of the sisters. Was admired at the ball and danced twice with Mr. Bingley. Jane expresses admiration for Mr. Bingley, praising his manners and feeling flattered by his second dance invitation. Jane continues to interact with Mr. Bingley, having danced four times and dined with him on multiple evenings. Receives Miss Bingley's invitation, travels by horseback, falls ill with a violent cold and stays at Netherfield. Jane is an invalid with fever staying at Netherfield, cared for by Elizabeth Jane is moved to the other side of the fireplace and sits apart during the conversation. Jane is urged to borrow Mr. Bingley's carriage, insists on leaving despite health concerns, and faces her mother's worry that she may catch a cold. Initially Mr Collins's intended wife, but he changes his choice to Elizabeth; she is present during the walk to Meryton. Jane discusses Wickham's story with Elizabeth, critiques Mr. Darcy's treatment of his father's favourite, and reacts to the personal invitation to the Netherfield ball. Jane declines to intervene in her mother’s attempts to force Elizabeth to marry Mr. Collins. Received and read Caroline Bingley's letter, shared its contents with Elizabeth, and discussed its implications regarding Charles Bingley's absence and Miss Bingley's matrimonial schemes. Expresses uncertainty about Mr Bingley's feelings, hopes his regard will fade, and reflects on the possibility that her feelings were an error of fancy. Jane is ill in Kent and writes letters showing uneasiness and a loss of her usual cheerfulness. Darcy explains that his actions led to Jane’s separation from Bingley and describes her character. Jane is mentioned as the sister whose presence would make the Derbyshire tour perfect. Jane writes two urgent letters to Elizabeth from Lambton describing Lydia's flight. Jane receives visitors at Longbourn, asks about the fugitives, and remains hopeful for Lydia's safe return. Jane is present during the family’s discussion of Lydia’s elopement. Jane is distressed by Lydia’s marriage and comments that Lydia has taken her place as a married woman. Jane feels sorrow about Bingley’s presence but maintains composure at the dinner table. Jane is seated beside Bingley at dinner, receives his admiration Proclaims extreme happiness about Bingley’s affection and announces intent to tell mother. Jane learns of Lizzy's engagement to Darcy and expresses her delight, supporting her sister's happiness.