# Madam — The Castle of Otranto character guide

> Madam in The Castle of Otranto by Horace Walpole.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Dear Madam

**First appearance:** 0005-i

## Who they are

A formal address used for noblewomen, especially Hippolita.

## Relationships

### [Bianca](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_castle_of_otranto_se/characters/bianca)

_professional_

Bianca serves Madam (likely Hippolita or another lady of the castle) as a domestic servant, gossiping and carrying out orders.

### [Bianca](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_castle_of_otranto_se/characters/bianca)

_professional_

Bianca serves Madam (likely Hippolita or another lady of the castle) as a domestic servant, gossiping and carrying out orders.

## In the story

### [Sonnet to the Right Honourable Lady Mary Coke](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_castle_of_otranto_se/chapters/sonnet-to-the-right-honourable-lady-mary-coke)

Addressed as 'gracious lady' and praised for her tender yet firm nature.

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