The Tunnel · Character
Pater
A male character, possibly a father figure or relative.
minor
Also known as the Pater
First appearance: the tunnel
Pater shows up with force in XXIV. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned alongside Hancock in the context of instruments needing greasing.
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Expanded cast of acquaintances
- Miriam's social circle
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book.
- 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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