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Nosey Flynn

A gossipy barfly who frequents Davy Byrne's pub and knows everyone's business.

minor

First appearance: ivy day in the committee room

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One of Farrington's drinking companions, part of the group at the pub.
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FAFarringtonMSMangan's SisterMAMr. AlleyneEHEveline HillLDLeo DillonNFNosey Flynn

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Frustrated workers and pub companions
  • Street-level schemers and infatuations
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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