Outwardly, Ellory and Mrs. Crouch didn't have much in common, other than their age and despotic mothers. They looked nothing alike, appearance wise and Melody Crouch didn't have a reputation for eccentricity.

"Mr. Crouch was a very charming man before settling down," Ellory commented. "And he was quite successful among us debs. I suppose he was like a book character. The charming scoundrel with the heart of gold who holds the potential to bring adventure to a young girl's life. He had this way of making you feel special."