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Diverging Roads · Character

Masters

Paul's mother, whose warm, orderly kitchen and throaty hymn-singing embody the domestic peace Helen has forfeited and cannot stop longing for.

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Also known as Mrs. Masters

First appearance: diverging roads

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Mrs. Masters keeps a home of embroidered towels, blackberry cordial, and supper set to 'Rock of Ages,' a haven of small homely satisfactions that throws Helen's exhaustion and dishevelment into painful relief. Her…

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  • Extended community and household
  • Core family and friends
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Story tension across the book.

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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