The Secret of the Old Clock · Character
Matilda Turner
One of the Turner sisters, who are acquaintances of the Crowley family.
minor
Also known as Matilda
First appearance: vi an unpleasant encounter
Matilda Turner shows up with force in VIII: A Discouraging Day. The page is where that presence becomes real.
One of the Turner sisters; suggests Nancy talk to Abigail Rowen about Josiah Crowley.
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- Closing
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