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Dorothy

A young girl who witnesses strange events.

minor

Also known as the wondering Dorothy, little Dorothy

First appearance: destiny and a blue cloak

Dorothy shows up with force in XVII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The nameless foundling adopted by Sir Ashley, who becomes the object of affection for both Lady Mottisfont and the Contessa.
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JWJack WinterCOCorneliusLULord Uplandtow…SASir Ashley Mot…CACarolineDODorothy

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Secrets and Strange Events
  • Contested Affections
  • Romantic Misunderstandings and Dilemmas
  • Romantic Entanglements and Consequences

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Story tension across the book.

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

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