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Jack Devlin

A charming and mysterious man who enters a woman's life.

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Also known as Jack, this Jack, Devlin

First appearance: jacob s ladder

Jack Devlin shows up with force in VI. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A man from Detroit who casually informs Dexter about Judy's diminished state.
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In VI: A man from Detroit who casually informs Dexter about Judy's diminished state. Later, in Rags Martin-Jones and the Pr‑nce of W‑les: The wealthy and determined suitor who orchestrates a grand romantic gesture…

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DGDexter GreenJJJudy JonesJBJacob BoothELElwood LeamingPDPhilip DeanJDJack Devlin

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Social climbers and romantics
  • Love and ambition
  • Rebellion and mystery

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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