....produce such a pivotal turn of events in the outcome of the story. Mrs. Churchill never says a word but her influence over the life of Frank Churchill was paramount. The death of Poor Mrs. Churchill broke the plot wide open and paved the way for Emma's coming back to earth regarding her fantasy over Harriet's matrimonial suitability. I know no other author who can take, what on the surface may appear trivial, but in reality is the vital element that loosens log-jammed plot. Bravo....