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The Mystery of Cabin Island · Character

Mr. Sparewell

Another reference to John Sparewell, a key figure in the plot.

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Also known as Sparewell

First appearance: iii a strange note

Mr. Sparewell first appears in 0002 iii a strange note.

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JSJohn SparewellBHBiff HooperJHJoe HardyFHFrank HardyMHMr. HanleighMSMr. Sparewell

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