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His Last Bow · Character

Henry Peters

A man involved in the disappearance of Lady Frances Carfax.

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Also known as Peters

First appearance: the disappearance of lady frances carfax

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With Sherlock Holmes (rivalry): Henry Peters is a criminal suspect whom Holmes investigates and ultimately exposes. With Sherlock Holmes (rivalry): Henry Peters is a criminal suspect whom Holmes investigates and…

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SHSherlock HolmesDWDr. WatsonLFLady Frances C…DSDr. ShlessingerSJSir James WalterHPHenry Peters

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Character groups

  • Lady Frances Carfax Case
  • Protagonist
  • Bruce-Partington Plans Case

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