Bess Marvin

Bess Marvin is Nancy's best friend in the Nancy Drew game series. She has appeared as a callable friend since Secrets Can Kill. She had her first visual appearance in Ransom of the Seven Ships.

Legend of the Crystal Skull
Bess went with Nancy to New Orleans, where the two stayed in the French Quarter. Nancy traveled to see Ned's friend Henry Bolet, but couldn't return since the cab service had been closed down do to severe rain storms. Nancy later called Bess and had her "Snoop" for her. She investigated Zeke's Curio Shop and questioned Dr. Gilbert Buford before finally infiltrating a private meeting of the Jolly Rodger Krewe. She and Nancy later received a tour of the city be Dr. Buford.

Ransom of the Seven Ships
Bess made her first visual appearance in Ransom of the Seven Ships. She, along with Nancy and her cousin George, got to go on a vacation on a private Island. George and Bess both arrived before Nancy and settled in. The first evening, Bess went out to watch the sunset, but was kidnapped. She was trapped for close to twenty-four hours in a cave before being rescued by Nancy.

Personality
Bess is a quirky character, often providing comic relief. She worries about Nancy, but still holds her in great regard, claiming her to be the greatest detective.

Bess seems to treat George as a sister rather than a cousin. Nothing is known about her parents, though her Aunt and Uncle Riely have been mentioned. It is unknown is Bess has a boyfriend.

Appearance
Bess has a shorter, heavier-set frame. Her hair is medium brown and she has a light skin complexion. She appears to be between the ages of sixteen and eighteen.

Quotes

 * "All in favor of men who slay dragons, say aye!" - Bess upon learning of Nicholas Falcone's motto, The Final Scene

Notes
 * In Legend of the Crystal Skull, players got a chance to play as Bess.
 * Bess got her first appearance in Ransom of the Seven Ships, along with her cousin George.