# Dorsy Heron — Mary Olivier: A Life character guide

> Dorsy Heron in Mary Olivier: A Life by May Sinclair.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Dorsy, poor Dorsy, Poor Dorsy

**First appearance:** 0000-book-i-infancy-1865-1869

## Who they are

A friend of the Olivier family, particularly close to Mary's mother.

## In the story

### [Chapter XXXI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/mary_olivier_a_life_se/chapters/chapter-xxxi)

Mentioned in Mary's memories; confirms that Mr. Sutcliffe was in love with Mary.

### [Chapter XXXII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/mary_olivier_a_life_se/chapters/chapter-xxxii)

Mentioned as aging, and later suggested to care for Mamma while Mary goes away.

### [Chapter XXXIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/mary_olivier_a_life_se/chapters/chapter-xxxiii)

Dorsy sends a telegram to Mary, informing her that her mother is ill.

### [Chapter XXXIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/mary_olivier_a_life_se/chapters/chapter-xxxiv)

Dorsy is frightened by Mamma's behavior and reports her fears to Mary.

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