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Bill Hook

A member of Tom Outland's crew in the Southwest.

minor

Also known as Hook

First appearance: i

Bill Hook shows up with force in IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The liveryman at Tarpin who provides practical support, transporting supplies and workmen.
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In IV: The liveryman at Tarpin who provides practical support, transporting supplies and workmen. Later, in VI: Informs Tom of the sale…

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FEFechtigRBRodney BlakeHAHenry AtkinsMEMother EveJEJennyBHBill Hook

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  • Minor associates
  • Incidental names
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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

Tom Outland’s solitary return to the mesa after Blake’s disappearance marks the emotional peak of his grief an…

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