The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes · Character
Nancy Devoy
A woman from the colonel's past in India.
minor
Also known as Miss Nancy Devoy, Nancy, Nancy Devoy, Annie, Poor Annie
First appearance: The Crooked Man
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The belle of the regiment in India, loved by both Wood and Barclay; later becomes Mrs.
Nancy Devoy first appears in 0007 the crooked man.
In The Crooked Man: The belle of the regiment in India, loved by both Wood and Barclay; later becomes Mrs. Barclay.
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- Yellow Face secret
- Protagonist
- Silver Blaze case
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