Short Fiction · Character
Mathilde
A woman who struggles with her husband's infidelity.
minor
First appearance: a sentimental soul
Mathilde shows up with force in Cavanelle. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Cavanelle's frail sister with an unremarkable singing voice, whom he believes destined for grand opera.
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Loyalty and infidelity
- Family secrets and hidden desires
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Story tension across the book.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the story's dramatic climax because Mrs. Mallard reaches the emotional and psychological peak of her e…
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