Re: Victor’s quest? Home › Forums › Once Upon a Time › General discussion and theories › Victor’s quest? › Re: Victor’s quest? February 5, 2013 at 3:09 pm #171649 gypsyParticipant Interesting point to bring up. In Mary Shelley’s original novel, Victor’s mother dies of Scarlet Fever shortly before he leaves for college. His mother’s death is a significant part of the story and Victors life and choices he makes. [adrotate group="5"]