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Margaret

Edna's older sister, mentioned in her past.

minor

First appearance: VII

Margaret shows up with force in VII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Edna's older sister, described as matronly and practical; opposed Edna's marriage to a Catholic.
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In VII: Edna's older sister, described as matronly and practical; opposed Edna's marriage to a Catholic. Later, in Chapter XXII: Mentioned…

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  • Protagonist
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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