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Maud Stapleton

A minor character, possibly related to Mrs. Stapleton.

minor

Also known as Maud, dearest Maud

First appearance: ii

Maud Stapleton shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Referred to as 'dearest Maud'; she is to lunch with Lady Laura and is unaware of her scruples.
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In I: Referred to as 'dearest Maud'; she is to lunch with Lady Laura and is unaware of her…

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AUAuntieLLLady Laura Bet…MAMabelLBLaurie BaxterMDMaggie DeronnaisMSMaud Stapleton

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  • Other

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  • Central and Supporting Cast
  • Secondary and Peripheral Characters
  • Protagonist

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

SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

Lady Laura’s emotional peak occurs when the stranger’s direct, intimate knowledge of her secret role in the sé…

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See Maud Stapleton in ii