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What is the setting of the story?
What were the two angels doing at the carnival?
Looking for a woman named Bernice.
What happened at the church regarding the demon?
The demon tried to get inside but died.
Who is the pastor?
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What does the angel call the pastor?
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Who is Marshall Hogan?
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Who was Marshall Hogan looking for and where was she?
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What did Bernice see at the festival?
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What is Marshall's wife's name?
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Do people like Pastor Bushe?
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Who is Lou Stanley?
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Describe Alf Brummel.
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How did Marshall interact with Alf?
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What happened to Bernice's sister?
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Explain chapter 3.
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What does Al want Bushe to do with Lou Stanley?
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Where is the gathering place of devils?
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Where is the gathering place of angels?
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Who is Marshall Hogan's daughter?
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Describe the demon.
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How was Marshall and Sandy's relationship?
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Explain chapter 4.
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What happened when Sandy left?
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What were the instructions of the angel?
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Who is Rafar?
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What demon was on Marshall?
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Who almost ended Complacency?
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Who is the captain of angels?
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What was Lucius' plan?
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What did Rafar do in chapter 5?
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Name some angels.
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Explain Galo and Tal's past with Rafar.
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Name some demons.
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Who is the prince of Ashton?
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What happened when Rafar came?
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Describe Rafar.
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Complacency also messed with whom?
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Explain chapter 6.
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Study Notes
Setting and Initial Events
- Two angels arrive in Ashton during a carnival, marking a significant moment.
- They seek a girl named Bernice, guiding her through their voices to take a picture amidst the festivities.
Conflict and Characters
- A demon attempts to infiltrate the church but fails and perishes.
- Pastor Henry Bushe is introduced, referred to by the angels as "Little Warrior."
- Marshal Hogan, a prominent reporter from New York, searches for Bernice, who is incarcerated.
Bernice's Revelation
- At the festival, Bernice witnesses a covert meeting, leading to her arrest after capturing a photo.
Relationships and Community Dynamics
- Marshal Hogan's wife is named Kate.
- Pastor Bushe faces public disdain, evidenced by derogatory names and vandalism.
- Lou Stanley, a former church member, is ostracized, highlighting church conflicts.
- Alf Brummel is characterized as a friendly figure, well-liked by the community, though Hogan expresses frustration toward him.
Family Struggles
- Bernice's sister's tragic suicide adds depth to her character's backstory.
- Marshal Hogan strives to mend his fractured relationship with his daughter Sandy but faces obstacles, including demonic interference.
Angelic and Demonic Forces
- Stewart Hall serves as the gathering place for demons, while the Ashton Community Church is where angels congregate.
- Rafar, referred to as the "Prince of Babylon," and Lucius, the "Prince of Ashton," play pivotal roles in the conflict between good and evil.
Internal Conflicts and Dreams
- Characters like Marshal and Henry experience terrifying dreams, indicating the spiritual battle surrounding them.
- Tal, the captain of angels, instructs to remain low-key and avoid direct confrontation for the time being.
Developing Tensions
- Rafar disrupts Stewart Hall, furiously conveying the need to eliminate Marshal and Pastor Bushe.
- Relationships amongst characters shift, with Marshal feeling abandoned and realizing the extent of the demonic influence over his life and family.
Notable Characters and their Roles
- Triskal nearly defeats complacency, a demon that afflicts Marshal.
- Galo, Armoth, and Michael are identified as notable angels, each with a history of conflict with Rafar.
Recap of Selected Chapters
- Chapter 3 outlines Al’s desire to reclaim Lou Stanley to stir up discord within the church.
- Chapter 4 emphasizes Marshal's attempt to reconnect with Sandy but is thwarted by demonic forces.
- Chapter 6 reveals physical and psychological warfare against Marshal and Henry, showcasing the protective watch of angels and the power of prayer.
- In Chapter 7, interactions with past pastors reveal the cumulative struggles faced by the community and their intertwining fates.
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