After reading - characters, relationships, themes

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Maggie Morrison

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Central character, mother, struggles with poverty

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John Morrison

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Maggie's husband, struggling to find regular employment, traditional views

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Lily Gibb

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Maggie's sister, critical, independent

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Jenny Morrison

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Eldest daughter, rebellious, seeks better life

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Isa Morrison

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Alec's wife, manipulative, flirtatious

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Alec Morrison

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Maggie's son, weak, volatile, dependent on Isa

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Granny Morrison

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John's mother, frail, dependent on family

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Maggie and John

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Strained but loving marriage, financial stress

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Maggie and Lily

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Supportive yet critical relationship

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Jenny and John

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Conflict over aspirations and family duty