Chapter 44-46 of Oliver Twist: Nancy's Dilemma and Fagin's Treachery

TLDRIn these chapters, Nancy faces danger from Bill Sikes and Fagin's manipulation. Fagin tries to control Nancy and plots to get rid of Sikes. Meanwhile, Fagin asks Bolter to tail Nancy and find out who she meets. Noah eavesdrops on Nancy's conversation with Mr. Brownlow and Rose, revealing crucial information. Nancy refuses help, feeling trapped in her criminal life.

Key insights

💔Nancy is in danger from Bill Sikes, who threatens her with violence.

🧩Fagin suspects Nancy has a new lover and tries to use her against Sikes.

💀Fagin suggests poisoning Sikes to get rid of him and gain control over Nancy.

💰Fagin offers Bolter money to spy on Nancy and find out who she meets.

😢Nancy refuses help from Mr. Brownlow and Rose, feeling trapped in her criminal life.

Q&A

Why is Nancy in danger?

Nancy is in danger because Bill Sikes threatens her with violence.

Why does Fagin want Nancy to poison Sikes?

Fagin wants Nancy to poison Sikes to get rid of him and gain control over her.

What does Fagin offer Bolter?

Fagin offers Bolter money to spy on Nancy and find out who she meets.

Why does Nancy refuse help from Mr. Brownlow and Rose?

Nancy refuses help because she feels trapped in her criminal life.

Who overhears Nancy's conversation with Mr. Brownlow and Rose?

Noah eavesdrops on Nancy's conversation.

Timestamped Summary

00:09Nancy gets ready to meet Rose, but Bill Sikes won't let her leave.

00:20Sikes threatens Nancy with violence.

00:31Fagin suspects Nancy has a new lover and plots to use her against Sikes.

01:14Fagin asks Bolter to follow Nancy and find out who she meets.

01:41Noah tails Nancy and hears her conversation with Mr. Brownlow and Rose.

01:46Nancy waits for Rose and Mr. Brownlow on London Bridge.

02:10Nancy describes Monks to Mr. Brownlow, who believes he knows him.

02:20Nancy refuses help and cries about being trapped in her criminal life.