# Giovanni — Adam’s Breed character guide

> Giovanni in Adam’s Breed by Radclyffe Hall.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0000-book-i

## Who they are

A man named Giovanni, likely a servant or acquaintance.

## In the story

### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/adam_s_breed_se/chapters/iii)

The trancheur whose young lady married the hall porter, causing him to become broody and scowl at his work until Millo reprimands him.

### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/adam_s_breed_se/chapters/v)

Mentioned as one of the headwaiters who will leave.

### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/adam_s_breed_se/chapters/iv)

Giovanni, the trancheur, confides in Gian-Luca that he hopes to be killed quickly in the war due to his heartbreak over Anna.

### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/adam_s_breed_se/chapters/i)

Smiling and rubbing his hands, known for knowing how a client likes their cold beef.

### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/adam_s_breed_se/chapters/i)

Trancheur who returned from war after his faithless Anna; Gian-Luca reflects on his fate.

### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/adam_s_breed_se/chapters/vi)

Among those whose watching oppresses Gian-Luca.

### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/adam_s_breed_se/chapters/vi)

Giovanni comments on Millo's watchfulness and expresses sympathy for Gian-Luca.

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