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Gerald

The Duke of Denver, Lord Peter's brother.

minor

Also known as old Gerald, Jerry

First appearance: vi

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DDDowager Duches…LPLord Peter Wim…MPMr. ParkerISInspector SuggBUBunterGEGerald

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Gerald in vi