Jack Favell's Humiliation

Follows Jack Favell's failed attempt to blackmail Maxim, his exposure as a drunkard and liar, and his ultimate humiliation.

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The Cunning Cousin

The Familiar Stranger The Hidden Visit Favell came to Manderley while Maxim was away. He met with Mrs Danvers. He was brash and familiar. The Request He asked the narrator not to tell Maxim about his visit. She agreed, but she was suspicious. The Impression He seemed like a bounder. The narrator did not like him. She wondered about his relationship with Rebecca.

The Blackmail Attempt

The Demand The Drunken Arrival Favell came to Manderley, drunk and aggressive. He demanded money in exchange for silence. He had Rebecca's note. The Confrontation Maxim called Colonel Julyan. Favell's accusations were met with skepticism. The magistrate saw through the blackmail. The Collapse Ben denied seeing Favell. Favell's case fell apart. He was left humiliated and defeated.

The Final Humiliation

The Defeat The Revelation Doctor Baker revealed that Rebecca had terminal cancer. Favell's leverage was gone. He had no case. The Warning Colonel Julyan warned him to stay away from Kerrith. He was a blackmailer, and they knew how to deal with him. The Laugh As Maxim and the narrator drove away, Favell laughed and waved. It was a hollow gesture. He had lost. He was a pathetic figure.

First visit to Manderley

Evening after the inquest

After the visit to Doctor Baker