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Mrs. Lovat

A neighbor or acquaintance of the Lawford family.

minor

First appearance: x

Mrs. Lovat shows up with force in XXII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Shows sympathy for Arthur but suggests the situation is like a dream; supports Sheila emotionally.
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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