Three-Act Plot Analysis

For a three-act plot analysis, put on your screenwriter’s hat. Moviemakers know the formula well: at the end of Act One, the main character is drawn in completely to a conflict. During Act Two, she is farthest away from her goals. At the end of Act Three, the story is resolved.

Part 1 of the novel. Everyone meets, Walter and Laura fall in love, and Laura marries Sir Percival.

Part 2 of the novel. Laura suffers through a disastrous marriage to Sir Percival.

Part 3 of the novel. Walter goes on a crusade to get answers and justice for Laura and Marian.