Cakes and Ale · Character
Mr. Brentford
A minor character, possibly a local in Blackstable.
minor
First appearance: i
Mr. Brentford shows up with force in XXIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The innkeeper, son of the previous owner, shares memories of old Driffield's visits and his own father's habits.
Mr. Brentford first appears in 0000 i.
In XXIII: The innkeeper, son of the previous owner, shares memories of old Driffield's visits and his own father's habits.
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