The Walls of Jericho · Character
Bess
A minor but recurring character.
minor
First appearance: the walls of jericho
Bess's tie to Mr. Shine is one of the pressures that moves The Walls of Jericho—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
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With Mr. Shine (professional): Bess works for Mr. Shine, but her loyalty is often questioned, and she is caught in the crossfire of his…
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Relationship types
- Professional
- Other
Character groups
- Social circle regulars
- Supporting cast and extras
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak of the protagonist’s interna…
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- Mr. Shine
professional · ambivalent
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