# Hortense — Behind a Mask character guide

> Hortense in Behind a Mask by Louisa May Alcott.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Dear Hortense

**First appearance:** 0004-v-how-the-girl-did-it

## Who they are

A French maid or companion associated with Jean Muir's past.

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