The Cloven Foot · Character
Trimmer
A family of servants or tradespeople in the village.
minor
Also known as Mrs. Trimmer, Mr. Trimmer, Andrew Trimmer
First appearance: xxii a village iago
Trimmer shows up with force in IX: “And Art Thou Come! and Art Thou True!”. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The butler observes John and Laura at luncheon and remarks to his wife that they seem like man and wife.
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In IX: “And Art Thou Come! and Art Thou True!”: The butler observes John and Laura at luncheon and remarks to his wife that they seem like man and wife. Later, in XII: An Ill-Omened Wedding: The butler, comments on the…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Core cast and family
- Extended cast and historical references
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- 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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Trimmer appears across 5 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
- IX: “And Art Thou Come! and Art Thou True!”
- XII: An Ill-Omened Wedding
- The Church Near Camelot
- XXI: Halcyon Days
- The Children's Party
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