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The Cloven Foot · Character

Mr. Stanley

A minor character, possibly a visitor.

minor

First appearance: i the heir presumptive

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

SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This scene is the dramatic climax because it marks the emotional peak where Laura’s trust and love are directl…

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