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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer · Character

Susy Harper

Joe Harper's sister who cries at the funeral.

minor

Also known as Susan Harper

First appearance: xvii pirates at their own funeral

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BTBecky ThatcherIJInjun JoeTSTom SawyerGMGracie MillerALAmy LawrenceSHSusy Harper

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  • Town residents and schoolmates
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