Short Fiction · Character
Chéri
A beloved child who brings joy to those around him.
minor
Also known as For Chéri
First appearance: a matter of prejudice
Chéri shows up with force in Beyond the Bayou. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The young boy La Folle adores; his injury prompts her to cross the bayou.
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- Other
Character groups
- Innocence and isolation
- Family secrets and hidden desires
- Romantic rivalry and courtship
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- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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See Chéri in a matter of prejudice