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Williamson

An Englishwoman involved in a case.

minor

Also known as a Miss Hermione Williamson, Miss Williamson, Hermione

First appearance: viii at the sign of mercury

Williamson shows up with force in The Lady with the Hatchet. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Miss Hermione Williamson, the sixth victim; her name appears in the killer's notebook, leading to the discovery of her body.
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MVMadame VauroisNDNatalie de GorneMDMr. DeputyPRPrince RénineHDHortense DanielWIWilliamson

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Character groups

  • De Gorne household staff
  • Wrongful accusation group
  • Protagonist

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See Williamson in viii at the sign of mercury