Title
The Landlady
Author
Roald Dahl
Setting
Bath, England, evening
Situation/ Climate
a young business man is looking for a place to stay
Characters
Billy Weaver, Landlady
Protagonist vs. Antagonist
Billy vs.

Landlady

Conflict
Billy inquires about a place to stay, he sees a sign and is compelled to enter
Rising Action
1. An elderly, polite lady opens the door and convinces him to stay2. Billy sees 2 names from the guestbook he can't place3. Lady serves Billy tea4. They discuss former guests- But are they still there?
Climax
"I stuff all my little pets when they pass away.

"

Falling Action
1. Tea tastes like bitter almonds2. The Landlady make sure Billy has signed the guestbook
Resolution
The Landlady tells Billy he is the only guest for 2-3 years
Theme
Things are not always as they seem. Don't judge a book by its cover.