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Dr. Ferguson

A doctor involved in Arthur's case or a related mystery.

minor

Also known as Ferguson, the mysterious Dr. Ferguson

First appearance: viii

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JFJames FortescueCRCraikALArthur LawfordSHSheilaADAdaDFDr. Ferguson

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Lawford household and associates
  • Village community and minor characters
  • Protagonist

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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