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Sir James Lubbock

A Harrison family intimate whose well-placed presence at awkward moments makes him both useful witness and quiet complication in the case.

supporting

Also known as Jim, Jimmy, Sir James, James Lubbock, Lubbock

First appearance: 1 agatha milsom to olive farebrother

As a supporting figure in The Documents in the Case, Sir James Lubbock is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Referred to as 'Jim'; John mentions joining him in Paris for a week.
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Sir James moves easily among the Harrisons, close enough to be called Jim and to be on hand when the household's private troubles spill into public inquiry. His friendship gives him access to conversations and…

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DWDr. WatersMHMargaret Harri…AMAmanita muscariaACArchie CuttsJMJohn MuntingSJSir James Lubbock

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  • Professional
  • Other

Character groups

  • Central characters and investigators
  • Secondary household figures

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

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

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