Short Fiction · Character
Tobermory
A house cat of unremarkable appearance who acquires the power of human speech and promptly proves that discretion was never his strong suit.
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Also known as dear old Tobermory
First appearance: Tobermory
As a major figure in Short Fiction, Tobermory is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
The fox terrier named Beelzebub, a rakish and depraved dog that dominates Gibbon's life and drags him into dissipation.
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Tobermory has spent years as a silent witness to the drawing-room conversations of his betters, and when he begins to talk he shows no inclination to protect anyone's feelings. His talent is genuine, his memory is…
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- Socially overwhelmed characters
- Diverse social dramas and oddities
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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