Scarlet Sister Mary · Character

June

The man whose money buys July's wedding clothes, a quiet presence at the bridal feast who will later feel the strange pull of Daddy Cudjoe's love-charm.

supporting

First appearance: iv

As a supporting figure in Scarlet Sister Mary, June is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

June is July's twin brother, steady and hardworking, who loves Mary but accepts her choice to marry July.

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June moves through the wedding crowd as a groomsman and neighbor, his generosity stitching him into the fabric of Mary's new life. He is steady where July is restless, and that steadiness makes him both a comfort and a…

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Character Web

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Family
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Character groups

Community elders and family
Local figures and authority
Protagonist

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Narrative arc

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Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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June is Mary's child, representing her deep maternal love and the burdens of single… How this plays out →
Mary Pinesett
family · positive
June is Mary's child, representing her deep maternal love and the burdens of single… How this plays out →
Mary Pinesett
family · positive
June is Mary's child, representing her deep maternal love and the burdens of single… How this plays out →

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In the story

June appears across 9 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

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II
June is July's twin brother, steady and hardworking, who loves Mary but accepts her choice to marry July.
V
He urges Mary to dance and plays the guitar for her, supporting her defiance.
VI
June helps Mary by fixing the roof and killing the fattening pig, tasks July avoids.
VII
Accompanies Mary to the meeting.
XIV
Offers to help Mary and stay with her, but she declines; he expresses doubt that July will leave Cinder.
XV
Sits beside Mary on the steps, sings softly, and gives her a gardenia, stirring her heart.
XVI
Expresses desire to leave the Quarters but is persuaded by Mary's conjure; dressed in Sunday clothes midweek.
XVII
June is referenced as the man Budda wanted Mary to marry after July left, and now Mary has June in July's place.
XXI
Referenced as the first person on whom Mary tested the love-charm, with immediate effect.

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