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The Middle Temple Murder · Character

Mr. Vallas

An elderly man from Market Milcaster who knows the Maitlands.

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Also known as old Mr. Vallas, old Vallas

First appearance: xv market milcaster

See Mr. Vallas in xv market milcasterBook page

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BQBenjamin Quart…SCStephen Chambe…FSFrank SpargoJMJohn MaitlandMVMr. Vallas

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  • Other

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  • Background & Supporting Cast
  • Market Milcaster Informants
  • Central Mystery Figures
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Closing

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See Mr. Vallas in xv market milcaster