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Emily Grey

A young woman, possibly a relative of Mr. Grey, who appears in the narrative.

minor

Also known as Emily, Emmie

First appearance: i in search of a mission

Emily Grey shows up with force in XIV: The Gowanbrae Ball. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Asks Rachel to introduce her to the Victoria Cross hero, but Rachel denies his existence, leading to later regret.
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Emily Grey first appears in 0000 i in search of a mission.

In XIV: The Gowanbrae Ball: Asks Rachel to introduce her to the Victoria Cross hero, but Rachel denies his existence, leading to later regret.

Later, in XIX: The Brewst She Brewed: Seated next to Captain Keith at dinner, but her attention is claimed by another gentleman.

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LTLady TempleFTFanny TempleBKBessie KeithCCCharlie CarletonMMMr. MaulevererEGEmily Grey

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Gowanbrae Circle
  • Keith Extended Family
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Narrative arc

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

SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Emily Grey in i in search of a mission