Tono-Bungay · Character
Milly
A young woman briefly involved with George.
minor
Also known as Millie
First appearance: i how i became a london student and went astray
Milly's tie to Bob Ewart is one of the pressures that moves Tono-Bungay—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
A model and Ewart's lover; appears in Ewart's studio in a blue wrap, smoking and sharing wine; George initially fails to understand her role.
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With Bob Ewart (romantic): Bob Ewart is romantically involved with Milly, though the relationship is troubled and ultimately unhappy. With Bob Ewart (romantic): Bob Ewart is romantically involved with Milly, though the…
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Relationship types
- Romantic
- Other
Character groups
- Minor Acquaintances
- Protagonist
- Early Relationships
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak of the protagonist's romanti…
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- Bob Ewart
romantic · negative
Bob Ewart is romantically involved with Milly, though the relationship is troubled and… How this plays out →
- Bob Ewart
romantic · negative
Bob Ewart is romantically involved with Milly, though the relationship is troubled and… How this plays out →
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