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Lord Churchill

Historical figure, later Duke of Marlborough, mentioned in passing.

minor

Also known as Lord Churchill

First appearance: lxii the king must not be prayed for

Lord Churchill shows up with force in Suitable Devotion. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Lord Churchill interviews John after the battle, questioning him about his involvement.
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Lord Churchill first appears in 0061 lxii the king must not be prayed for.

In Suitable Devotion: Lord Churchill interviews John after the battle, questioning him about his involvement. John finds him civil but detects something false in his manner.

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Falling action.

SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Lord Churchill in lxii the king must not be prayed for