The Sign of the Four · Character
Mrs. Cecil Forrester
Mary Morstan's employer and friend.
minor
Also known as Mrs. Forrester
First appearance: II: The Statement of the Case
Mrs. Cecil Forrester shows up with force in II: The Statement of the Case. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Miss Morstan's employer, who previously sought Holmes's help with a domestic matter.
Mrs. Cecil Forrester first appears in 0001 ii the statement of the case.
In II: The Statement of the Case: Miss Morstan's employer, who previously sought Holmes's help with a domestic matter.
Later, in VII: The Episode of the Barrel: Opens the door for Miss Morstan and Watson; shows motherly care for Mary.
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