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James Whittaker

Male relative of the Whittaker family.

minor

Also known as James Whittaker, Jim, Mr. James Whittaker, Mr. James

First appearance: xii a tale of two spinsters

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LPLord Peter Wim…MFMrs. ForrestMAMiss Alexandra…SASir Andrew Mac…ADAgatha DawsonJWJames Whittaker

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  • Minor characters and references
  • Protagonist
  • Core suspects and investigators
  • Dawson family and associates

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  • Escalation
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  • Aftermath
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