Rebecca and Favell's Affair

Explores the illicit relationship between Rebecca and Jack Favell, which was a source of conflict and ultimately contributed to Maxim's rage.

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The Secret Meetings

The Lovers The Cottage Meetings Rebecca and Favell met at the cottage on the beach. They had a long-standing affair. The Discretion Rebecca was careful. She used the cottage for their trysts. She told no one except Mrs Danvers. The Game For Rebecca, it was a game. She did not love Favell. She used him for amusement.

Maxim's Discovery

The Jealousy The Suspicion Maxim suspected the affair. He warned Rebecca. He forbade Favell from coming to Manderley. The Confrontation Rebecca laughed at him. She said she would do as she pleased. Maxim was powerless. The Hatred Maxim grew to hate Rebecca. Her infidelity was part of her cruelty. He felt trapped.

The Final Night

The Appointment The Note Rebecca wrote to Favell, asking him to come to the cottage. She had something to tell him. The Missed Meeting Favell did not come. He was out partying. He arrived too late. The Consequence Rebecca was alone when Maxim came. She told him she was pregnant with Favell's child. Maxim shot her.

The Aftermath

The Grief The Loss Favell mourned Rebecca in his own way. He missed her. He also missed the access to Manderley. The Blackmail He tried to use their relationship to blackmail Maxim. He failed. The End He was left with nothing. The affair was over. Rebecca was gone.

During Rebecca's marriage

During the marriage

Night of Rebecca's death

After Rebecca's death