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Mr. Simpson

A helpful but minor acquaintance who assists with various errands.

minor

Also known as Simpson, the willing Simpson

First appearance: i

Mr. Simpson shows up with force in XXVI. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Discovers Maggie's body and alerts Joanna; retrieves the knife used in the attack.
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SMSylvia MarshallMHMadame HarknessJMJoanna MarshallMEMaggie EllersleyHPHarry PortorMSMr. Simpson

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Background acquaintances
  • Main social circle
  • Protagonist

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SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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