Pointed Roofs · Character
Pater
Miriam's father, referred to in her thoughts.
minor
First appearance: i
Pater shows up with force in II. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Accompanies Miriam on the journey, playing the role of an English gentleman and discussing her education.
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Miriam's family and close connections
- Protagonist
- German pupils and staff
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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