The Valley of Fear · Character
Captain Marvin
A police captain involved in the Scowrers investigation.
minor
Also known as Marvin
First appearance: vi danger
Captain Marvin shows up with force in Lodge 341, Vermissa. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mine police captain who recognizes McMurdo from Chicago, but McMurdo's bluster turns the encounter to his advantage.
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In Lodge 341, Vermissa: Mine police captain who recognizes McMurdo from Chicago, but McMurdo's bluster turns the encounter to his advantage. Later, in IV: The Valley of Fear: Arrests McMurdo and searches his house; is…
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Character groups
- Vermissa Valley Scowrers
- Protagonist
- Birlstone Manor Investigation
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This chapter marks the dramatic climax because McMurdo’s psychological peak of confidence and integration into…
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