A Gentleman of Leisure · Character
Saunders
The long-suffering butler at Sir Thomas's household.
minor
Also known as old Saunders
First appearance: a gentleman of leisure
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Mentioned by Spike as the butler who told him about the valuable necklace.
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In Spike's Views: Mentioned by Spike as the butler who told him about the valuable necklace. Later, in Jimmy Remembers Something, and Hears Something Else: Saunders delivers a message summoning Lord Dreever to Sir…
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- Other
Character groups
- Main social circle
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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Saunders appears across 4 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
- Spike's Views
- Jimmy Remembers Something, and Hears Something Else
- Family Jars
- XXIV: The Treasure-Seeker
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