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Francis Baker

A young man mentioned in the narrative.

minor

Also known as the youthful Francis, Francis

First appearance: the three taps

Francis Baker shows up with force in Dedication. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Co-dedicatee of the book, playfully warned not to sit up too late reading.
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ABAngela BredonMBMiles BredonEMEmmelineFBFrancis Baker

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  • Other

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  • Minor and background characters
  • Investigation participants and witnesses

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Story tension across the book.

SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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