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Mr. Merrill

Frank Merrill's father or relative, mentioned in connection with the family.

minor

Also known as Frank, Poor Frank

First appearance: i the man in the laboratory

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JCJasper ColeJMJohn MinuteTGThe GirlFMFrank MerrillCWConstable Wise…MMMr. Merrill

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  • Peripheral and background figures
  • Protagonist
  • Murder investigation core

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SetupEscalationClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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