Craig Kennedy Stories · Character
James Langley
Relative of the Langley family, involved in a case.
minor
Also known as Mr. Langley, James
First appearance: Spontaneous Combustion
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Uncle of Tom; reveals his motive over the estate and attempts to destroy the will.
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- Assorted case participants
- Criminal investigation circle
- Protagonist
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- Closing
Kennedy’s disgusted rejection of the press coverage marks the psychological peak of his frustration, as he piv…
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