The Old Man in the Corner · Character
David Graham
A morose Edinburgh younger son transformed by an arranged marriage worth £50,000, until a ball, a necklace, and a murder drag his bride into the dock.
supporting
Also known as Graham, Mr. Graham, David, Mr. David Graham, Mr. David
First appearance: XVI: “Non Proven”
As a supporting figure in The Old Man in the Corner, David Graham is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
The deformed second son of Andrew Graham, engaged to Edith Crawford; described as morose but transformed by the prospect of marriage.
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With Lady Donaldson (romantic): David Graham and Lady Donaldson share a romantic connection, with David often acting as her suitor or secret lover. With Polly Burton (social): David Graham and Polly Burton are…
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See David Graham in XVI: “Non Proven”Character Web
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Relationship types
- Romantic
- Social
- Other
Character groups
- Scottish murder suspects
- Protagonist
- Minor characters and witnesses
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This excerpt marks the dramatic climax because it presents the emotional and psychological peak of the trial's…
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- Lady Donaldson
romantic · positive
David Graham and Lady Donaldson share a romantic connection, with David often acting as… How this plays out →
- Polly Burton
social · ambivalent
- Lady Donaldson
romantic · positive
David Graham and Lady Donaldson share a romantic connection, with David often acting as… How this plays out →
- Polly Burton
social · ambivalent
- Lady Donaldson
romantic · positive
David Graham and Lady Donaldson share a romantic connection, with David often acting as… How this plays out →
Relationship notes
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See David Graham in XVI: “Non Proven”In the story
David Graham appears across 4 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
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See David Graham in XVI: “Non Proven”