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Dennis Shannon

A minor political figure.

minor

Also known as Shannon

First appearance: xiii

Dennis Shannon shows up with force in The Trial Begins. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The new district attorney, who examines and challenges jurors for the prosecution.
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In The Trial Begins: The new district attorney, who examines and challenges jurors for the prosecution. Later, in XLI: District Attorney delivering the opening address and examining Stener, using an engaging manner to…

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See Dennis Shannon in xiii

Narrative arc

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

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

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See Dennis Shannon in xiii
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