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The Martins

Family group, appears as a collective in scenes.

minor

Also known as Martins idear

First appearance: own your own home

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MMMr. MartinGCGrace CharleyMHMrs. HamiltonMHMr. HamiltonMGMary GrossTMThe Martins

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Extended community and relatives
  • Core family and close associates
  • Protagonist

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

This is the dramatic climax because it marks the psychological peak of Fred’s delusional self-confidence—he be…

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