Leanne Harper's mother who initially removes her daughter from Hopewell and intercepts Bayou's letters. Years later, she pressures Leanne to pass as white for social status. Her discovery of Leanne's secret reunion with Bayou leads to a false accusation that directly triggers the chain of betrayal and tragedy, reflecting the era's rigid racial and social prejudices.
Controlling maternal relationship driven by social ambition and fear.
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