Anne has more self-esteem than Fanny, Anne is sometimes spoken of as a Cinderella, but Fanny is the most obvious JA Cinderella as poor relation to the Bertrams. Fanny has to be humble in her manner, especially with Mrs Norris always reminding her of her situation, but Fanny can be quite judgmental in her inner feelings toward those she disliked i.e. the Crawfords.

Anne is neglected by her father and eldest sister, but she is appreciated, valued and respected by many others -- Lady Russell and the Musgroves. Also, as a baronet's daughter, she is socially superior to the Miss Musgroves, and they appreciated about "how easy and indifferent" she is to her rank, unlike her sister (chap 6). Due to her superior rank, her manner is "easy and indifferent", not humble.