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The Thursbys
The Thursby family, neighbors with a role in the plot.
minor
Also known as the Thursbys
First appearance: v the paper knife
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Narrative arc
Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
Derrick’s psychological whirl and Martin’s shift from silent, fearful contemplation to a “new look” and awkwar…
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