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Mrs. Herf
Jimmy's stepmother, a kind woman.
minor
Also known as Mrs. Herf, Angelica Mrs. Herf, Angelica, Herf
First appearance: section i
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- Other
Character groups
- Drinking companions and quiet spouses
- Protagonist
- Elite social climbers
- Artists and bohemians
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