The Gadfly · Character
Grassini
A spy and informant for the Austrian police.
minor
Also known as Signora Grassini, Poor Grassini, Signor Grassini
First appearance: I
Grassini shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Advocates petitioning; expresses moral concerns about Rivarez's reputation.
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In I: Advocates petitioning; expresses moral concerns about Rivarez's reputation. Later, in II: Host of the salon; gossips about Gemma's…
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- Other
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- Revolutionary network and allies
- Protagonist
- Central characters and family
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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