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Uncle Doc
An older man, perhaps a healer or wise figure in the community.
minor
Also known as Doc
First appearance: ii arrival
Uncle Doc shows up with force in III: Zeddy. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Saloon keeper where Jake and Zeddy reunite; serves them drinks and reminds Jake of his suitcase.
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Harlem Nightlife Core
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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See Uncle Doc in ii arrival