# Hortense — Bleak House character guide

> Hortense in Bleak House by Charles Dickens.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Mademoiselle Hortense, mademoiselle

**First appearance:** 0018-xvii-esther-s-narrative

## Who they are

Lady Dedlock's fiery French maid with a vengeful streak.

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