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Mr. Bill Perks

A local character with a role in the unfolding events.

minor

Also known as Perks

First appearance: ii no 1 fitzjohn square

Mr. Bill Perks shows up with force in A Missing Link. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A dog-fancier and suspected receiver of stolen goods who will look after Bruno for a fee.
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In A Missing Link: A dog-fancier and suspected receiver of stolen goods who will look after Bruno for a fee. Later, in XXXI: What Does It Mean?: Agrees to care for the dog and is caught with stolen goods, including a…

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12 connections

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MDMaria DelahayLRLord RavenspurMVMr. VenablesJSJohn StevensSJSir James SetonMBMr. Bill Perks

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  • Other

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  • Central suspects and witnesses

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

Walter reaches the emotional and psychological peak of his investigation as he finally confronts Lord Ravenspu…

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See Mr. Bill Perks in ii no 1 fitzjohn square