The Way of All Flesh · Character
Mrs. Jay
A minor character, possibly a servant or neighbor.
minor
First appearance: x
Mrs. Jay shows up with force in XXVIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Matron who takes charge of Ernest for the afternoon.
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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