Craig Kennedy Stories · Character
Mr. Vanderdyke
A wealthy man whose dealings with a diamond maker pull him into a scheme where fortune, fraud, and chemistry blur past easy distinction.
supporting
Also known as Vanderdyke, Schuyler Vanderdyke
First appearance: the diamond maker
As a supporting figure in Craig Kennedy Stories, Mr. Vanderdyke is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Laura's first husband, now involved in a mining concession; interviewed by Jameson.
Mr. Vanderdyke appears in Craig Kennedy Stories as supporting figure.
Mr. Vanderdyke first appears in 0006 the diamond maker.
In The Azure Ring: Laura's first husband, now involved in a mining concession; interviewed by Jameson.
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Character Web
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Steel door and diamond maker
- Criminal investigation circle
- Protagonist
- Assorted case participants
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Open in readerNarrative arc
Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Rising action.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
Kennedy’s disgusted rejection of the press coverage marks the psychological peak of his frustration, as he piv…
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See Mr. Vanderdyke in the diamond maker