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The Fire in the Flint · Character

Charley Allen

A young man in the community, possibly a friend or acquaintance.

minor

Also known as Charley

First appearance: XVII

Charley Allen shows up with force in XVII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Another assailant; killed by Bob.
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MAMamieBHBob HarperJAJim ArcherESEd StewartKHKenneth HarperCACharley Allen

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Extended community and family
  • Black neighbors and workers
  • White community leaders
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

Kenneth’s emotional peak is the eruption of all his repressed hatred and bitterness—fueled by the day’s revela…

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See Charley Allen in XVII
See Charley Allen in XVII