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Death Comes for the Archbishop · Character

Bishop Ferrand

A French bishop who mentors the young Latour.

minor

Also known as Father Ferrand

First appearance: Prologue

Bishop Ferrand shows up with force in Prologue. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The missionary from the Great Lakes region who advocates for Latour's appointment; describes the harsh conditions of New Mexico and the need for a strong leader.
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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