A young, sweet woman who came to Nikolai Petrovich's house as a housekeeper after her mother's death; she sought refuge in his kindness and, over the years, unknowingly bore his child, Mitya. She is completely devoted to Nikolai, but due to the class difference in society, she feels deep shame and hides from both Pavel and the son, Arkady. However, her beauty and innocence deeply affect these men of all classes. After Bazarov’s unexpected kiss and the duel that followed, her status is elevated to that of Nikolai's 'respected wife' through a chivalrous gesture by Pavel Petrovich.
She was the orphaned daughter of the widow Arina, who ran a small inn. She came to Maryino with her mother to be a housekeeper, and after Nikolai treated her with kindness while removing a speck of coal from her eye, her life became permanently entwined with Nikolai's world.
A 23-year-old young woman with a snow-white neck, soft skin, dark hair, red and plump lips, and a peasant-like yet fresh and rounded face, with even her fingernails looking immaculately clean.
Pavel Petroviç Kirsanov
The 'uncle' she trembles before in fear.
Nikolay Petroviç Kirsanov
Her master, her everything, her husband.
Yevgeniy Vasilyeviç Bazarov
The brazen young man she trusted as a doctor, but whose transgression left her disgusted with shame.
Arkadiy Nikolayeviç Kirsanov
The young gentleman she honors and loves with great reverence for his education and stature.