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Mr. Phelps

A character with a name that appears, possibly a friend or acquaintance.

minor

First appearance: book i two men

Mr. Phelps shows up with force in XXVII: The Lone Watcher. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The lawyer who receives the Colonel's final command to board up the front door.
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Character groups

  • Extended family and background
  • Central social circle

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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