Murder by the Clock · Character
Jane
A woman whose perspective or actions are referenced.
minor
First appearance: I: 8:37 p.m.—Spring 3100
Jane shows up with force in I: 8:37 p.m.—Spring 3100. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A maid who announces Lieutenant Valcour's arrival.
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In I: 8:37 p.m.—Spring 3100: A maid who announces Lieutenant Valcour's arrival. Later, in IX: 11:55 p.m.—Queer Deeps: Her chair is used by…
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See Jane in I: 8:37 p.m.—Spring 3100Character Web
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Investigation core witnesses
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
Valcour’s admission of an “impalpable dread” marks the emotional peak, as the detective—hitherto anchored in l…
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See Jane in I: 8:37 p.m.—Spring 3100