The Splendid Fairing · Character
Mary Phyllis
A young woman briefly mentioned in the narrative.
minor
Also known as Mary
First appearance: iv
Mary Phyllis shows up with force in VII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mary Phyllis is present in the crowd, and Elliman whispers to her after Eliza's taunt.
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- Other
Character groups
- Thornthwaite Family Circle
- Village Background Figures
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Rising action.
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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