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Lady Pertham

The wife of Lord Pertham, with a small role.

minor

Also known as Pertham, a Lady Pertham

First appearance: the man who loved music

Lady Pertham shows up with force in The Man Who Was Happy. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Pertham's legal wife, described as having a viperish temper.
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Lady Pertham first appears in 0008 the man who loved music.

In The Man Who Was Happy: Pertham's legal wife, described as having a viperish temper. She is seen by Manfred and Gonsalez earlier that evening.

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16 connections

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JPJean ProtheroLHLilah HackerMPMrs. ProtheroTHThomasGFGeorge FearnsideLPLady Pertham

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Noble Household Drama
  • Noble and Criminal Entanglements
  • Academic and Familial Ties
  • Minor and Supporting Cast

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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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