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Emmie Limb

A factory girl who works with Paul.

minor

Also known as Emmie Limb, Emma, Limb

First appearance: part i v paul launches into life

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AMArthur MorelELEdgar LeiversPMPaul MorelFAFannyMLMiriam LeiversELEmmie Limb

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Factory coworkers and acquaintances
  • Morel family and intimates
  • Protagonist

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

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