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Jinny

Young enslaved girl on the plantation.

minor

First appearance: iii uncle daniel s story

Jinny shows up with force in Mystery of Market Speech and Prayer-Meeting. The page is where that presence becomes real.

An enslaved woman who feigns sorrow in front of her mistress but rejoices secretly at Union victories; she is described as dancing and capering in celebration.
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MLMarie LeroyRJRobert JohnsonUJUncle JakeILIola LeroyBOBobJIJinny

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Minor Enslaved Characters
  • Enslaved and Former Slaves
  • Protagonist
  • Extended Supporting Cast

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Jinny in iii uncle daniel s story