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The Nebuly Coat · Character

Poor Michael

A deceased servant or relative; mentioned in passing.

minor

Also known as Michael

First appearance: xxi

See Poor Michael in xxiBook page

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MJMartin JoliffeMAMiss Anastasia…LBLord BlandamerOMOld Michael Jo…PMPoor Michael

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Joliffe & Blandamer Circle
  • Cullerne Church & Clergy
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Poor Michael in xxi