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The Man in the Queue · Character

Barber

A man who gives evidence.

minor

First appearance: II: Inspector Grant

Barber shows up with force in II: Inspector Grant. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A slow, sleepy-looking officer who provides Grant with information about Danny Miller's address and recent activities.
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Character Web

2 connections

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Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Extended cast and background figures
  • Protagonist
  • Primary suspects and witnesses

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Barber in II: Inspector Grant