The Black Opal · Character
Martha M'Cready
A local woman with ties to the mining community.
minor
Also known as Martha
First appearance: part i i
Martha M'Cready shows up with force in XIV. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Presses Sophie's dress and washes the petticoat, contributing to the preparations.
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In XIV: Presses Sophie's dress and washes the petticoat, contributing to the preparations. Later, in VII: Embraces Sophie warmly,…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Core mining community
- Settlement youth and elders
- Extended community and outsiders
- Nicknamed field workers
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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