The Mystery of Edwin Drood · Character
Kimber
Jailer or officer in Cloisterham, involved in the arrest of Neville Landless.
minor
First appearance: xv impeached
Kimber shows up with force in How Mr. Sapsea Ceased to Be a Member of the Eight Club. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A dancing-master and fellow club member; his remark about the stranger triggers the conflict, and he joins in mocking the man, leading to Sapsea's departure.
Kimber first appears in 0014 xv impeached.
In How Mr. Sapsea Ceased to Be a Member of the Eight Club: A dancing-master and fellow club member; his remark about the stranger triggers the conflict, and he joins in mocking the man, leading to Sapsea's departure.
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See Kimber in xv impeached