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Karlson

A minor character who appears briefly.

minor

First appearance: xxvi the finish

Karlson first appears in 0028 xxvi the finish.

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6 connections

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AKAshton KirkOSOsborneMBMr. BernstineMDMrs. DwyerPEPendletonKAKarlson

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Minor informants and helpers
  • Protagonist
  • Core suspects and witnesses

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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