Craig Kennedy Stories · Character

Walter Jameson

A Star reporter and Kennedy's old college roommate, he narrates the cases with a newsman's skepticism and a friend's front-row seat.

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Also known as Walter, Jameson, Mr. Jameson

First appearance: Craig Kennedy's Theories

As a major figure in Craig Kennedy Stories, Walter Jameson is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Initially skeptical of Kennedy's ideas but is told he will be needed as an aide and will get a scoop.

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Jameson shares the Heights apartment with Kennedy, half chronicler and half sidekick, needling his friend's theories even as he tags along to get the scoop. He bristles when Kennedy mocks his profession, yet he is the…

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Criminal investigation circle
Protagonist
Spontaneous combustion and azure ring
Seismograph and deadly tube

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Narrative arc

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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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Walter Jameson is Craig Kennedy's loyal friend and frequent narrator, providing support… How this plays out →
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Walter Jameson is Craig Kennedy's loyal friend and frequent narrator, providing support… How this plays out →

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Walter Jameson is Craig Kennedy's loyal friend and frequent narrator, providing support and companionship in his investigations.
Craig Kennedy
Walter Jameson is Craig Kennedy's loyal friend and frequent narrator, providing support and companionship in his investigations.
Craig Kennedy
Walter Jameson is Craig Kennedy's loyal friend and frequent narrator, providing support and companionship in his investigations.

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Walter Jameson appears across 13 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

Craig Kennedy's Theories
Initially skeptical of Kennedy's ideas but is told he will be needed as an aide and will get a scoop.
The Silent Bullet
Narrates the chapter, brings Kennedy into the Parker case, and works at the Star.
The Scientific Cracksman
Accompanies Kennedy to Fletcherwood, assists in developing photographs of tire tracks, and questions the ethics of Kennedy's plan to deceive Miss Bond.
The Bacteriological Detective
Narrates the chapter, is surprised by the visit from Eveline Bisbee, and assists Kennedy by visiting the Department of Health.
The Deadly Tube
Narrator, assists Kennedy and suggests posing as reporters to visit Mrs. Close.
The Seismograph Adventure
Narrates the chapter and assists Kennedy in the investigation.
The Diamond Maker
Accompanies Kennedy to the Morowitch residence and to Poissan's laboratory, assisting in the investigation.
The Azure Ring
Narrator and assistant, tasked with gathering information on Vanderdyke and Mrs. Ralston.
Spontaneous Combustion
Accompanies Kennedy to Camp Hangout; narrates the events.
The Terror in the Air
Narrates the investigation, accompanies Kennedy to the aviation field, and observes the events.
The Black Hand
Assists Kennedy, helps with surveillance and wiring the dictograph.
The Artificial Paradise
Narrates the chapter, brings news of the revolution, and assists Kennedy in the investigation.
The Steel Door
Narrates the chapter, accompanies Kennedy and O'Connor during the raid.

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