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Our Mutual Friend · Character
Mrs. Jack Styles
Woman who adopts an orphaned child, mentioned by Betty Higden.
minor
Also known as Johnny
First appearance: vi cut adrift
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Narrative arc
Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This scene is the dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak of Betty Higden’s life…
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