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John Paul

A servant at Durrisdeer, often involved in household affairs.

minor

Also known as John

First appearance: the master of ballantrae

John Paul shows up with force in I: Summary of Events During the Master’s Wanderings. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A servant who brings news of Culloden to the family at dinner, having found a guinea piece earlier that day.
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In I: Summary of Events During the Master’s Wanderings: A servant who brings news of Culloden to the family at dinner, having found a guinea piece earlier that day. Later, in II: Summary of Events (Continued):…

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Character groups

  • Minor Characters & Acquaintances
  • Local Legal & Community Figures
  • Durrisdeer Household & Allies
  • Protagonist

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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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