I do think the way Broster structures the whole thing around the prophecy gives it shape, coherency and meaning in a way that—no matter what issues I may continue to have with the unexplored possibilities—works very, very well. I think when I first read this chapter I did not predict Keith's death exactly as it happens but I was pretty sure something was going to end in tragedy for someone, and it felt both creatively unexpected and elegantly inevitable.

more intellectual thoughts aside: KEITH NOOO.

I agree :D

I hope you enjoy Gleam in the North!