The Black Opal · Character
Phyllis Chelmsford
A visitor or newcomer to the area.
minor
Also known as Phyllis
First appearance: part i i
Phyllis Chelmsford shows up with force in XV. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A pretty girl in a pale pink dress, whose sophisticated appearance makes Sophie feel self-conscious; Sophie imitates her mannerisms while dancing with Armitage.
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- Other
Character groups
- Extended community and outsiders
- Core mining community
- Protagonist
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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