The Lady of the Barge · Character
Jimmy Fletcher
A young bargeman whose romantic errand and easy manner stir the Arabella's crew into a tangle of domestic complications.
supporting
Also known as James Fletcher, Fletcher
First appearance: the lady of the barge
As a supporting figure in The Lady of the Barge, Jimmy Fletcher is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
The boy who was entrusted with Thomas's money; he outwits Bill by hiding it and eventually agrees to share it.
Jimmy Fletcher appears in The Lady of the Barge as supporting figure.
Jimmy Fletcher first appears in 0000 the lady of the barge.
With Trayton Burleigh (rivalry): Rivals competing for status and influence in the local community. With Bill Hicks (friendship): Cronies who support each other in local schemes and gossip. With Trayton Burleigh (rivalry): Rivals competing for status and influence in the local community.
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Character Web
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Relationship types
- Rivalry
- Friendship
- Other
Character groups
- Local Adventurers and Prominent
- Protagonist
- Minor Village Characters
- Community and Military Figures
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Open in readerNarrative arc
Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Closing
This excerpt is the dramatic climax because it presents the emotional and psychological peak of anticipation a…
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- Trayton Burleigh
rivalry · negative
Rivals competing for status and influence in the local community. How this plays out →
- Bill Hicks
friendship · positive
- Trayton Burleigh
rivalry · negative
Rivals competing for status and influence in the local community. How this plays out →
- Bill Hicks
friendship · positive
- Bill Hicks
friendship · positive
Relationship notes
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