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Saskia

A Russian princess of the old regime, trapped in a Galloway mansion by enemies who want her fortune, whose courage is as steady as her predicament is desperate.

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First appearance: V: Of the Princess in the Tower

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A Russian princess held captive in the tower of Huntingtower, whom Dickson and his allies rescue.

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Saskia was a glittering figure in Petrograd before the revolution scattered her world, and now she is a prisoner in a remote Scottish house, hunted for the jewels she may or may not possess. She is proud, resourceful, and unwilling to be a passive victim, and her flight from the House sets the whole adventure in motion. The men who gather to help her are drawn by her plight and by something in her that commands loyalty.

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Narrative arc

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

Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Relationships

Dickson McCunn
friendship · positive
Dickson develops a protective and chivalrous friendship with Saskia, aiding her in her… How this plays out →
Mrs. Morran
friendship · positive
Dougal
friendship · positive
Dickson McCunn
friendship · positive
Dickson develops a protective and chivalrous friendship with Saskia, aiding her in her… How this plays out →
Mrs. Morran
friendship · positive
Dougal
friendship · positive
Dougal
friendship · positive

Dickson McCunn
Dickson develops a protective and chivalrous friendship with Saskia, aiding her in her plight.
Mrs. Morran
Mrs. Morran and Saskia have a warm, maternal friendship, with Mrs. Morran offering care and shelter.
Dougal
Dougal and Saskia are friendly allies, with Dougal helping to protect and assist her.
Dickson McCunn
Dickson develops a protective and chivalrous friendship with Saskia, aiding her in her plight.
Mrs. Morran
Mrs. Morran and Saskia have a warm, maternal friendship, with Mrs. Morran offering care and shelter.
Dougal
Dougal and Saskia are friendly allies, with Dougal helping to protect and assist her.
Dougal
Dougal and Saskia are friendly allies, with Dougal helping to protect and assist her.

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In the story

Saskia appears across 13 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

Huntingtower
A Russian princess held captive in the tower of Huntingtower, whom Dickson and his allies rescue.
Prologue
Introduced as a beautiful and spirited young woman making her debut in wartime Russia; she is eager to begin nursing at the Alexander Hospital.
V: Of the Princess in the Tower
Reveals her story of fleeing enemies who seek her jewels, her trust in the late Quentin Kennedy, and her entrapment at Dalquharter by Léon and Spidel.
VI: How Mr. McCunn Departed with Relief and Returned with Resolution
Her face appears in Dickson's memory, inspiring his decision to return.
VII: Sundry Doings in the Mirk
Remains fearful of an imminent threat despite the jewels being secured.
IX: The First Battle of the Cruives
The princess being protected; she is alert and ready for movement, but fears Paul Abreskov.
X: Deals with an Escape and a Journey
Nurses Heritage, agrees to accompany Dickson to seek help, shows remarkable endurance on the moor.
XI: Gravity Out of Bed
Tells her story to Sir Archie, revealing details about Paul Abreskov and the Bolshevik threat.
How Mr. McCunn Committed an Assault Upon an Ally
Mentioned as the Princess; Alexis's affianced wife; Dickson worries about her safety.
XIII: The Coming of the Danish Brig
Appears on the ridge, cries out in a strange tongue, and draws the attackers away from the Tower.
XIV: The Second Battle of the Cruives
Insists on participating in the defense, claims she can shoot better than Dougal, refuses to stay behind.
XV: The Gorbals Die-Hards Go Into Action
Reported to be inside Huntingtower House with Sir Archibald, having been chased back by the enemy.
XVI: In Which a Princess Leaves a Dark Tower and a Provision Merchant Returns to His Family
Walks with Alexis on the cliff-top, now happy and childlike, no longer the tragic muse.

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