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Aunt Maud

Michael's aunt, a relative on his mother's side.

minor

Also known as Maud

First appearance: sinister street

Aunt Maud shows up with force in XII: Alan. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mentioned as the recipient of a visit from Alan's mother at Cobble Place.
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MWMother WadmanNUNurseDPDick PrescottLHLily HadenMFMichael FaneAMAunt Maud

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Extended Family and Diverse Acquaintances
  • School and Family Circle
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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