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The Devils Summary and Study Guide

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Part 1: “Worst Princess Ever”

Part 1 The Devils Part 1 Summary & Analysis

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Part 2: “The Best Monsters”

Part 2 The Devils Part 2 Summary & Analysis

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Part 3: “High Roads, Low Roads”

Part 3 The Devils Part 3 Summary & Analysis

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Part 4: “Saint Natalia’s Flame”

Part 4 The Devils Part 4 Summary & Analysis

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The Devils Character Analysis

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The Devils Themes

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