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The Innocence of Father Brown · Character

Ivan

A loyal servant with a scarred face in Prince Saradine's household.

minor

Also known as The confidential Ivan, the experienced Ivan, Ivan of the Scar

First appearance: the sins of prince saradine

Ivan shows up with force in The Secret Garden. The page is where that presence becomes real.

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In The Secret Garden: Reports Mr. Brayne's departure and finds the bloody sabre in the…

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AVAristide Valen…FBFather BrownMBMr. BrayneGSGeneral Sir Ar…DSDr. SimonIVIvan

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Military and aristocratic scandal
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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