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Harriet Palmley

A woman whose romantic life is complicated by family.

minor

Also known as Harriet, dear Harriet, Palmley, little Palmley

First appearance: destiny and a blue cloak

Harriet Palmley shows up with force in First Night. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The Duchess, who meets Captain Ogbourne secretly at the trilithon; she is conflicted, recalling their past love but insisting her husband is 'a good husband' despite his temper.
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In First Night: The Duchess, who meets Captain Ogbourne secretly at the trilithon; she is conflicted, recalling their past love but insisting her husband is 'a good husband' despite his temper. Later, in XII: Harriet…

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JWJack WinterCACarolineCDCharles de la …LNLizzy NewberrySJShadrach Jolli…HPHarriet Palmley

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Complex Web of Love and Consequences
  • Contested Affections
  • Romantic Entanglements and Consequences
  • Protagonist
  • Haunting Pasts and Duty

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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