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Baroness Volinsky

A European aristocrat in the Dodsworths' social circle.

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Also known as the Baroness Volinsky, the Baroness

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In Chapter XXIII: A slim, slight girl with beautiful ankles; Kurt's pretty little friend who is coldly treated by Fran and eventually leaves the party. Later, in XXIV: Mentioned as part of expeditions with Kurt, though…

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BRBrentRDRenée de PénableFBFrau BiednerPDPrincess Drach…SDSam DodsworthBVBaroness Volinsky

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  • Other

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  • Wider social orbit
  • Sam's American contacts
  • Fran's European circle
  • Protagonist

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