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Aunt Alison

An elderly aunt of the Williams sisters, possibly a relative living with them.

minor

Also known as Alison

First appearance: iii mackarel lane

Aunt Alison first appears in 0002 iii mackarel lane.

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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