The Secret City · Character
The Baroness
A female aristocrat, possibly related to Baron Wilderling.
minor
First appearance: xvii
The Baroness shows up with force in Chapter XVIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The Baron's wife, a domestic and devoted hostess.
The Baroness first appears in 0020 xvii.
In Chapter XVIII: The Baron's wife, a domestic and devoted hostess.
Later, in XIII: The Baroness is anxious and maternal, sharing an intimate dinner with Lawrence while waiting for her husband.
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- Breaking point
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- Closing
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