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Mr. Orly

A male character, possibly a neighbor or acquaintance.

minor

First appearance: the tunnel

Mr. Orly shows up with force in III. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Enters the tea room in shirtsleeves, exuding a relaxed and jovial presence, and invites Miriam to try a new song.
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In III: Enters the tea room in shirtsleeves, exuding a relaxed and jovial presence, and invites Miriam to try a new song. Later, in Chapter XI: Plays a central role in organizing the theatre outing; shows kindness and…

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Character Web

10 connections

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JAJanSHShakespeareJIJimmyMIMiriamMBMrs. BaileyMOMr. Orly

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Miriam's social circle
  • Key female relationships
  • Expanded cast of acquaintances

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book.

SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

In this passage, the protagonist reaches an emotional and psychological peak by reclaiming her own identity an…

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