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Gladys Horrocks

A maid in the Thipps household who gives testimony.

minor

Also known as Gladys

First appearance: I

Gladys Horrocks shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The maid who left the bathroom window open and was sharply questioned by Inspector Sugg.
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In I: The maid who left the bathroom window open and was sharply questioned by Inspector Sugg. Later, in III: Her testimony about Thipps's…

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MTMr. ThippsLPLord Peter Wim…MPMr. ParkerISInspector SuggSJSir Julian FrekeGHGladys Horrocks

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  • Social circle and background figures
  • Central suspects and investigators
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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