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M. Carlier

A Frenchman who frequents the Pension Frensham.

minor

Also known as Carlier

First appearance: i frensham s

M. Carlier shows up with force in VII: Success. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Accompanies Sophia to Chirac's departure, part of the prearranged farewell.
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GSGerald ScalesSBSophia BainesMCMonsieur ChiracMNM. NiepceMCM. Carlier

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Minor and background characters
  • Bursley shop and family
  • Protagonist
  • Sophia's Paris circle

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  • Escalation
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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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