The Just Men of Cordova · Character

May Sandford

The ironmaster's radiant daughter, happy on her birthday for reasons she keeps to herself, whose raised champagne glass becomes the target of a quiet, terrible hand.

supporting

Also known as May, Sandford

First appearance: i three men of cordova

As a supporting figure in The Just Men of Cordova, May Sandford is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Mentioned as Miss Sandford; she was rescued by Fellowe and is secretly meeting him, causing Black's unease.

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May Sandford first appears in 0000 i three men of cordova.

With Colonel J. Black (romantic): Colonel Black and May Sandford share a romantic connection, with frequent interactions suggesting courtship or deep affection. With Frank Fellowe (friendship): Frank Fellowe and May Sandford are friends or allies, with their interactions suggesting mutual support. With Frank Fellowe (friendship): Frank Fellowe and May Sandford are friends or allies, with their interactions suggesting mutual support.

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Character Web

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Narrative arc

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

Setup
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Relationships

Colonel J. Black
romantic · positive
Colonel Black and May Sandford share a romantic connection, with frequent interactions… How this plays out →
Frank Fellowe
friendship · positive
Frank Fellowe
friendship · positive
Colonel J. Black
romantic · positive
Colonel Black and May Sandford share a romantic connection, with frequent interactions… How this plays out →
Colonel J. Black
romantic · positive
Colonel Black and May Sandford share a romantic connection, with frequent interactions… How this plays out →
Frank Fellowe
friendship · positive

Colonel J. Black
Colonel Black and May Sandford share a romantic connection, with frequent interactions suggesting courtship or deep affection.
Frank Fellowe
Frank Fellowe and May Sandford are friends or allies, with their interactions suggesting mutual support.
Frank Fellowe
Frank Fellowe and May Sandford are friends or allies, with their interactions suggesting mutual support.
Colonel J. Black
Colonel Black and May Sandford share a romantic connection, with frequent interactions suggesting courtship or deep affection.
Colonel J. Black
Colonel Black and May Sandford share a romantic connection, with frequent interactions suggesting courtship or deep affection.
Frank Fellowe
Frank Fellowe and May Sandford are friends or allies, with their interactions suggesting mutual support.

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In the story

May Sandford appears across 8 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

Colonel Black, Financier
Mentioned as Miss Sandford; she was rescued by Fellowe and is secretly meeting him, causing Black's unease.
The Policeman and a Lady
Daughter of a millionaire; deeply in love with Frank but embarrassed by his job; issues an ultimatum for him to quit the police, then breaks off the relationship when he refuses.
VII: Dr. Essley Meets Man
Sandford's daughter, described as beautiful and not liking Essley, who is the target of Essley's scheme to break her father.
Lord Verlond Gives Dinner
Invited to dinner but does not attend; mentioned as the object of a policeman's affection.
X: A Policeman’s Business
May is present during Frank's confrontation with Black. She is scornful of Frank's threat to arrest her, despite his declaration of love.
XIV: Willie Jakobs Tells
Receives a secret note from Black and a visit from Jakobs, but dismisses his warnings, suspecting Frank Fellowe sent him.
XV: Sir Isaac's Fears
Reconciles with Frank Fellowe after sending him a penitent note; learns of Jakobs's death from the newspaper; agrees to keep her involvement secret after Black's visit.
XVI: Colonel Black Meets a Just Man
The target of Black's poisoning attempt at her birthday dinner; she drinks the poisoned champagne but survives.

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