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The Rise of Silas Lapham · Character

Nanny Corey

Tom Corey's sister, a young society woman who befriends the Lapham girls.

minor

Also known as Miss Corey, Miss Nanny Corey

First appearance: i

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Love triangle participants
  • Protagonist
  • Extended social circle

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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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