The Fire in the Flint · Character
Mrs. Bradley
A woman who appears to be connected to Kenneth's family, possibly a relative or neighbor.
minor
Also known as Mrs. Bradley Kenneth, Kenneth, Ken
First appearance: vii
Mrs. Bradley shows up with force in III. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A talkative woman who is seriously ill; Kenneth is urged to visit her.
Mrs. Bradley first appears in 0009 vii.
In III: A talkative woman who is seriously ill; Kenneth is urged to visit her.
Later, in Chapter V: Hearing the voices, she comes into the room and sits in silence as Kenneth tells of his experiences.
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Extended community and family
- Protagonist
- White community leaders
- Professional and peer network
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- 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 Mrs. Bradley in vii