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The Mystery of Cabin Island · Character

Mr. Hardy

Another reference to Fenton Hardy, the boys' father.

minor

First appearance: i iceboating on the bay

Mr. Hardy first appears in 0000 i iceboating on the bay.

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EJElroy JeffersonJHJoe HardyFHFrank HardyMJMrs. JeffersonFHFenton HardyMHMr. Hardy

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SetupEscalationClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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