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Can Such Things Be? · Character

Charles May

A man who becomes involved in a mysterious and tragic event.

minor

First appearance: the haunted valley

Charles May shows up with force in The Thing at Nolan. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The father, of a sunny disposition but quick temper, who disappears after a quarrel with his son.
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GDGordon DoyleRGRamon GallegosMMMr. MantonCMCharles May

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Character groups

  • Mysterious Tragedies
  • Supernatural Accusations
  • Family Secrets
  • Supernatural Investigators

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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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