The Eustace Diamonds · Character
Madame Max Goesler
A wealthy, clever widow and friend of Lady Glencora.
minor
Also known as Madame Goesler, Madame Max, Madame
First appearance: xlvii matching priory
Madame Max Goesler shows up with force in The Diamonds Are Seen in Public. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Engages in conversation with Lady Glencora about Lizzie's diamonds and Lord Fawn's engagement.
Madame Max Goesler first appears in 0046 xlvii matching priory.
In The Diamonds Are Seen in Public: Engages in conversation with Lady Glencora about Lizzie's diamonds and Lord Fawn's engagement.
Later, in I Suppose I May Say a Word: Mentioned in Lady Glencora's letter and in conversation about the Duke's interest in the case.
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- Other
Character groups
- Eustace Diamonds Circle
- Extended Society and Minor Characters
- Political Associates
- Diamond Theft Conspirators
- Greystock Family
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See Madame Max Goesler in xlvii matching priory