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Dr. Pillule

A pompous, rival physician to Dr. John in Villette.

minor

Also known as Pillule

First appearance: xiv the f te

See Dr. Pillule in xiv the f teBook page

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LSLucy SnoweFBFifine BeckMBMadame BeckDBDésirée BeckGBGeorgette BeckDPDr. Pillule

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  • Minor medical and household figures
  • Major characters and family
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Dr. Pillule in xiv the f te