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Mary

A young woman of noble birth, briefly mentioned as a potential match.

minor

Also known as the Honourable Mary, the poor Honourables Mary, Polly

First appearance: xix

Mary shows up with force in V. The page is where that presence becomes real.

One of Lord Luxellian's young daughters; calls Elfride 'little mamma' and expresses a wish for Elfride to live with them.
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In V: One of Lord Luxellian's young daughters; calls Elfride 'little mamma' and expresses a wish for Elfride to live with…

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JSJohn SmithMAMammaMSMiss SwancourtHKHenry KnightCTCharlotte Troy…MAMary

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Character groups

  • Secondary & Background Figures
  • Primary Character Network

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Mary in xix
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