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Aunt Hale

Mr. Hale's sister, mentioned in passing.

minor

Also known as Aunt Hale

First appearance: i haste to the wedding

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

SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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