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The D’Arblay Mystery · Character

Dr. Cornish

Another doctor who appears in the narrative.

minor

Also known as Cornish

First appearance: iv mr bendelow

Dr. Cornish shows up with force in A Conference with Dr. Thorndyke. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A doctor whose practice Gray is taking over as a locum tenens; mentioned as being run down and taking a holiday.
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In A Conference with Dr. Thorndyke: A doctor whose practice Gray is taking over as a locum tenens; mentioned as being run down and taking a holiday. Later, in A Strange Misadventure: Gray's temporary colleague; present…

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DTDr. ThorndykeMMMr. MorrisSGStephen GrayMBMr. BendelowDCDr. CropperDCDr. Cornish

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  • Other

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  • Supporting Cast & Background
  • Protagonist
  • Central Mystery Participants

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

SetupAftermathClimax
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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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