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Bobby

A young boy, possibly a neighbor or relative.

minor

Also known as Bobby, Bob, young Bob, Bert Williams, little Bob

First appearance: xiv

See Bobby in xivBook page

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Character Web

12 connections

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EGEdith GaleRGRoger GaleGEGeorgeDGDeborah GaleJGJohnny GeerBOBobby

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Gale Family Core
  • Protagonist
  • Extended Community & Servants

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Narrative arc

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Bobby in xiv