The Starvel Hollow Tragedy · Character
Dr. Ferguson
A doctor who provides medical evidence.
minor
Also known as Presently Dr. Ferguson, Ferguson
First appearance: ii the inquest
Dr. Ferguson shows up with force in VII: Posthumous Evidence. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Provides information about Roper's employment at the Ransome Institute and his dismissal.
Dr. Ferguson first appears in 0003 ii the inquest.
In VII: Posthumous Evidence: Provides information about Roper's employment at the Ransome Institute and his dismissal.
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- Other
Character groups
- Extended cast of witnesses and professionals
- Protagonist
- Core suspects and witnesses
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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See Dr. Ferguson in ii the inquest