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Dr. Thorndyke

A doctor who examines Hugo as a child.

minor

Also known as Thorndyke

First appearance: i

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  • Extended Acquaintances and Minor Characters
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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