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Mrs. Bucket

The wife of Inspector Bucket, who assists him in his investigations.

minor

Also known as Bucket

First appearance: liii the track

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MBMr. BucketHOHortenseSLSir Leicester …MSMr. SnagsbyMJMr. JarndyceMBMrs. Bucket

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  • Chancery and Mystery Core

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SetupAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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