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Mr. Goodchum is a friend of Harold who visits Caddagat with him on Sybylla’s birthday. He flirts with Sybylla and teases her about turning 17 without having kissed a boy. His presence is a reminder of the growing importance of men and romance in Sybylla’s life as she gets older.
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Mr. Goodchum Character Timeline in My Brilliant Career
The timeline below shows where the character Mr. Goodchum appears in My Brilliant Career. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance.
Chapter 22: Sweet Seventeen
...arrive, including Harold Beecham. He is surprised to see Sybylla quiet, and Harold’s friend Mr. Goodchum suggests sneaking up on Sybylla and tickling her. Goodchum tries to tickle her, but Sybylla...
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Instead of kissing Sybylla, Goodchum walks with her through the gully. He suggests they carve their initials into a tree,...
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