# Mary Folsom — Short Fiction character guide

> Mary Folsom in Short Fiction by Algis Budrys.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Mary

**First appearance:** 0000-riya-s-foundling

## Who they are

A minor female character.

## Relationships

### [Mr. Marlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_2_se/characters/mr_marlowe)

_romantic_

Mary Folsom and Mr. Marlowe share a romantic interest, with tender or flirtatious exchanges.

### [Mr. Marlowe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_2_se/characters/mr_marlowe)

_romantic_

Mary Folsom and Mr. Marlowe share a romantic interest, with tender or flirtatious exchanges.

## In the story

### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_2_se/chapters/ii)

Marlowe's secretary, who provides summaries and manages his schedule.

### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_2_se/chapters/iii)

Mary is Marlowe's secretary, mentioned in a discussion about her formal demeanor and upbringing.

### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_2_se/chapters/v)

His secretary, who bids him goodnight before he leaves the office.

### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_2_se/chapters/vi)

Reports Harrison's deportation and provides administrative support to Marlowe.

### [VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_2_se/chapters/vii)

Mary is Marlowe's secretary, providing information on Holliday's shuttle and arranging the car.

## Links

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