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Sam Newburgh

A character involved in criminal activities.

minor

Also known as Sam

First appearance: xiii

Sam Newburgh shows up with force in XXIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Jack Black's new lawyer, chosen for his tenacity and willingness to support clients financially.
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See Sam Newburgh in xiii

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RGRebel GeorgeTSThe Sanctimoni…MKMadam Kate Sin…JUJuliaSNSam Newburgh

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Diverse underworld characters
  • Core criminal associates
  • Authority and underworld power
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

The emotional peak occurs when the narrator’s carefully constructed facade of helpless invalidism is shattered…

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See Sam Newburgh in xiii