Blind Mice · Character

Miss Storms

A gossipy and meddlesome neighbor.

minor

Also known as Storms, Sneaking Miss Storms

First appearance: ii

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Present at Rosedene, potentially involved in plans against Nannie.

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Blind Mice
Present at Rosedene, potentially involved in plans against Nannie.
IX
Hosts Lucy and John's wedding, develops friendship with Jim Sprague.
Chapter XVI
Encountered by chance at the station; offers a ride and inquires after Lucy's family, but is snubbed by Nannie.
XXII
Miss Storms calls John to arrange a private meeting, expressing concern about Lucy's worn appearance and hinting at deeper issues.
Chapter XXIV
Called by Nannie on the phone and hangs up; writes a letter of apology to Lucy.
XXV
Referenced as the host where Lucy's father and his new wife are staying.
Chapter XXVII
Miss Storms advises Lucy on handling her mother and marriage, emphasizing women's responsibility and the need to remove Nannie from the household.
XXVIII
Mentioned as someone who will take Lucy in while she gets started on her own.
XXXIV
Miss Storms is discussed negatively by John, who calls her a 'two-faced cat.' Jim visits her for counsel about the dinner invitation, and she advises him not to lose sight of Lucy.
XXXV
Calls Jim during the dinner, prompting his early departure.

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