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Raymond Oliver

A young man mentioned in conversation by the characters.

minor

Also known as Oliver

First appearance: iv

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RVRachel VinraceTHTerence HewetMPMr. PerrottSWSusan WarringtonAVArthur VenningRORaymond Oliver

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  • Other

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  • Extended Cast & References
  • Protagonist
  • Main Voyage Characters

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

Hewet’s internal crisis reaches its emotional peak as he confronts the tormenting possibility that Rachel is i…

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