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The Able McLaughlins · Character

Sarah

A young girl, possibly a servant or neighbor child.

minor

Also known as Sarah, fat Sarah, wee Sarah, small Sarah, little Sarah

First appearance: xviii

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In The Homecoming: A little girl playing outside, who waddles after the boys to see the approaching…

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See Sarah in xviii

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MKMr. KnightAMAndy McFeePKPeter KeithWMWully McLaughlinDMDavid McDowellSASarah

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Minor community figures
  • Extended family and locals
  • McLaughlin family and neighbors
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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See Sarah in xviii