A Strange Disappearance · Character
Holman Blake
The handsome cousin whose charm and proximity to the Blake family make him an intriguing figure in a household already shadowed by secrets and suspicion.
supporting
Also known as handsome Holman Blake, cousin Holman
First appearance: i a novel case
As a supporting figure in A Strange Disappearance, Holman Blake is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Mentioned in the Countess's letter as looking sombre and no longer a viable hope for marriage.
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- Protagonist
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- Aftermath
- Closing
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