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Mr. Scanlon

A minor character, possibly an official or neighbor.

minor

First appearance: the hounds of tindalos

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See Mr. Scanlon in the hounds of tindalos

Character Web

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STStellaTMThe Man from T…UAUncle AlSASally AndersRIRichardMSMr. Scanlon

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Minor neighborly figures
  • Protagonist
  • Core romantic subplot
  • Extended ensemble and cameos

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book.

SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This is the dramatic climax because Sally reaches her psychological peak of self-assurance and romantic antici…

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See Mr. Scanlon in the hounds of tindalos