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The House by the River · Character

Mr. Byrne

Probably Stephen Byrne's father or another male Byrne.

minor

Also known as Dear Mr. Byrne

First appearance: i

Mr. Byrne first appears in 0000 i.

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MBMargery ByrneEGEmily GauntRPReverend Peter…JEJohn EgertonMTMuriel TarrantMBMr. Byrne

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Community and Family Collectives
  • Byrne Household Staff

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

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  • Closing

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