Emily of New Moon · Character
Aunt Tom
An elderly relative of the Murrays, known for her bluntness.
minor
Also known as the Tom, Tom
First appearance: iv a family conclave
Aunt Tom shows up with force in Romantic but Not Comfortable. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Proposes that Emily marry Perry in exchange for funding his education; is chased away by Perry.
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- Other
Character groups
- Extended Village and Family
- Shrewsbury School Antagonists
- New Moon Household
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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