Essential Details: She is the mother of four children and the wife of Nathan Price. In the opening of the novel, she is depicted as a woman who is both caring, but also struggling to make sure her children are safe.
Strengths: She is a warmer side of the Price family, and is seen caring for her daughters, encouraging education, and looking out for the survival of the family. However, she also proves to stand up for her family in several instances when Nathan is unwilling. These traits, which are continuously displayed, allow her to become an effective foil for Nathan, as the two have many different viewpoints on similar issues.