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Sister Juana

A nun at the Abbess's convent, assisting with the orphans.

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First appearance: part two the marquesa de montemayor pepita

Sister Juana first appears in 0003 part two the marquesa de montemayor pepita.

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TAThe AbbessCPCamila PericholeSJSister Juana

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  • Other

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  • Peruvian aristocracy and family
  • Bridge collapse investigators
  • Protagonist

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