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Boussignol

A nurse who provides care to a key character.

minor

Also known as Mlle . Boussignol, Nurse Boussignol

First appearance: iii the case of jean louis

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14 connections

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HDHortense DanielPRPrince RénineJLJean LouisPAPancaldiDLde Lourtier - …BOBoussignol

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Wrongful accusation group
  • De Gorne household staff
  • Protagonist
  • Murder and theater suspects
  • Mystery and magistrate circle

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SetupBreaking pointAftermathClimax
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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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