# Éponine — Les Misérables character guide > Éponine in Les Misérables by Victor Hugo. **Role:** supporting **Also known as:** Thénardier, the Thénardier, Ponine **First appearance:** 0044-ii-first-sketch-of-two-unprepossessing-figures ## Snapshot The Thénardiers' elder daughter, raised to pick pockets and beg, who loves Marius with a devotion that asks nothing back. ## Who they are She grows up ragged in Paris while her parents run their cons and her younger siblings run wild, and she knows the city's underside the way other girls know a piano. Her love for Marius is hopeless and unsentimental — she does errands, finds addresses, and stands in the rain for him without ever saying why. Her willingness to act against her own family is the quiet hinge on which several of the novel's middle chapters turn. ## Relationships ### [Jean Valjean](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/characters/jean_valjean) _social_ Éponine interacts with Jean Valjean primarily through her connection to Cosette and the Thénardier household, often with resentment. ### [Marius Pontmercy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/characters/marius_pontmercy) _romantic_ Éponine harbors an unrequited love for Marius, ultimately sacrificing her life to save him. ### [Cosette](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/characters/cosette) _social_ Cosette and Éponine knew each other as children at the Thénardier inn, where Éponine was cruel to Cosette. ### [Jean Valjean](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/characters/jean_valjean) _social_ Éponine interacts with Jean Valjean primarily through her connection to Cosette and the Thénardier household, often with resentment. ### [Cosette](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/characters/cosette) _social_ Cosette and Éponine knew each other as children at the Thénardier inn, where Éponine was cruel to Cosette. ### [Jean Valjean](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/characters/jean_valjean) _social_ Éponine interacts with Jean Valjean primarily through her connection to Cosette and the Thénardier household, often with resentment. ### [Marius Pontmercy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/characters/marius_pontmercy) _romantic_ Éponine harbors an unrequited love for Marius, ultimately sacrificing her life to save him. ### [Marius Pontmercy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/characters/marius_pontmercy) _romantic_ Éponine harbors an unrequited love for Marius, ultimately sacrificing her life to save him. ### [Cosette](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/characters/cosette) _social_ Cosette and Éponine knew each other as children at the Thénardier inn, where Éponine was cruel to Cosette. ## In the story ### [Volume I: Fantine](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/volume-i-fantine) The innkeeper who takes in Cosette and, along with his wife, mistreats her while demanding ever-increasing payments from Fantine. ### [Volume I: Fantine](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/volume-i-fantine) The innkeeper who takes in Cosette and exploits Fantine by demanding increasing sums of money for her care. ### [I: The Evening of a Day of Walking](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-evening-of-a-day-of-walking) The host of the public house in Rue de Chaffaut who initially offers supper and bed but later, upon suspicion, threatens the traveler with a gun and drives him away. ### [VI: Jean Valjean](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vi-jean-valjean) Not present in this chapter. ### [I: One Mother Meets Another Mother](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-one-mother-meets-another-mother) Husband of Madame Thénardier, co-owner of the inn at Montfermeil. ### [I: One Mother Meets Another Mother](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-one-mother-meets-another-mother) The innkeeper, mentioned as the husband of Madame Thénardier, though not directly appearing in this chapter. ### [First Sketch of Two Unprepossessing Figures](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-first-sketch-of-two-unprepossessing-figures) Introduced as a coarse, potentially dangerous man with a shadowy past, possibly a former soldier in the 1815 campaign, who runs a hostelry and painted its sign himself. ### [First Sketch of Two Unprepossessing Figures](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-first-sketch-of-two-unprepossessing-figures) Mentioned as the eldest daughter of the Thénardiers, named after a character from a romance. ### [First Sketch of Two Unprepossessing Figures](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-first-sketch-of-two-unprepossessing-figures) Introduced as a troublesome figure, a former soldier and sergeant, with a dark soul and a tendency toward evil; the sign of his hostelry alludes to his feats of arms. ### [First Sketch of Two Unprepossessing Figures](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-first-sketch-of-two-unprepossessing-figures) Mentioned as the eldest daughter of the Thénardiers, named after a romantic influence. ### [III: The Lark](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iii-the-lark) Exploits Cosette for labor and money; demands increased payments from Fantine; maintains a facade of charity. ### [III: The Lark](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iii-the-lark) Mirrors her mother's cruelty toward Cosette; lives in comfort while Cosette suffers. ### [III: The Lark](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iii-the-lark) Exploits Cosette financially, demanding increased payments from Fantine and threatening to expose her secret. He treats Cosette as a burden despite profiting from her. ### [III: The Lark](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iii-the-lark) One of the Thénardier daughters, who copies her mother's cruelty toward Cosette and lives in comfort while Cosette suffers. ### [Book V: The Descent](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-v-the-descent) Thénardier overcharges Fantine for Cosette's upkeep, driving her further into poverty. ### [Book V: The Descent](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-v-the-descent) Thénardier continues to extort money from Fantine for Cosette's care. ### [The History of a Progress in Black Glass Trinkets](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-history-of-a-progress-in-black-glass-trinkets) Thénardier is referenced as the innkeeper with whom Fantine left Cosette. ### [Madame Victurnien Expends Thirty Francs on Morality](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/viii-madame-victurnien-expends-thirty-francs-on-morality) Mentioned as the innkeeper at Montfermeil to whom Fantine sends money and letters. ### [Madame Victurnien Expends Thirty Francs on Morality](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/viii-madame-victurnien-expends-thirty-francs-on-morality) The innkeeper to whom Fantine sends money and letters; his demands increase. ### [X: Result of the Success](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/x-result-of-the-success) Thénardier writes demanding money for Cosette's supposed illness and threatens to turn her out into the cold. ### [X: Result of the Success](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/x-result-of-the-success) Thénardier writes demanding money for Cosette's care, exploiting Fantine's desperation. ### [The Beginning of Repose](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-beginning-of-repose) Receives money from M. Madeleine but refuses to send Cosette, seeing her as a source of profit. ### [The Beginning of Repose](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-beginning-of-repose) Receives money from M. Madeleine but refuses to send Cosette, seeing her as a future source of income. ### [The Beginning of Repose](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-beginning-of-repose) Mentioned in Thénardier's fraudulent bill for medical expenses. ### [Volume II: Cosette](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/volume-ii-cosette) Exploits Cosette and overcharges for her care. ### [Volume II: Cosette](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/volume-ii-cosette) Exploits Cosette and later attempts to ambush Valjean. ### [Book I: Waterloo](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-i-waterloo) A minor character who appears as a scavenger on the battlefield, robbing the dead and wounded, foreshadowing his role in the story. ### [The Battlefield at Night](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xix-the-battlefield-at-night) Prowls the battlefield at night as a marauder, stealing from the dead, and saves the life of the wounded officer Pontmercy. ### [The Battlefield at Night](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xix-the-battlefield-at-night) Prowls the battlefield as a marauder, stealing from the dead, and saves the life of officer Pontmercy. ### [In Which the Reader Will Peruse Two Verses, Which Are of the Devil's Composition, Possibly](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-in-which-the-reader-will-peruse-two-verses-which-are-of-the-devil-s-composition-possibly) The tavern proprietor who, along with the schoolmaster, tries to get Boulatruelle to reveal his secrets by plying him with wine. ### [Book III: Accomplishment of the Promise Made to the Dead Woman](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-iii-accomplishment-of-the-promise-made-to-the-dead-woman) Exploits Valjean's need to take Cosette, demanding excessive payment. ### [In Which the Reader Will Peruse Two Verses, Which Are of the Devil’s Composition, Possibly](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-in-which-the-reader-will-peruse-two-verses-which-are-of-the-devil-s-composition-possibly) The tavern proprietor who allies himself with Boulatruelle, tries to extract information from him, and interprets his words. ### [The Water Question at Montfermeil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-water-question-at-montfermeil) Thénardier is drinking with customers and talking politics, including the Spanish war and the Duke of Angoulême. He dismissively tells his wife to attend to their crying son. ### [The Water Question at Montfermeil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-water-question-at-montfermeil) Éponine is heard laughing and chattering in the adjoining room with her sister Azelma. ### [Two Complete Portraits](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-two-complete-portraits) Portrayed as a small, thin, pale, and cunning man who is a swindler and a liar, claiming false military heroics at Waterloo. He is the true master of the household, directing his wife with invisible authority. ### [Men Must Have Wine, and Horses Must Have Water](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iii-men-must-have-wine-and-horses-must-have-water) Thénardier is present in the inn, but his role is minimal in this excerpt; he is part of the oppressive environment. ### [The Water Question at Montfermeil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-water-question-at-montfermeil) Thénardier is drinking with customers and talking politics, showing his role as the tavern keeper and his indifference to Cosette's plight. ### [The Water Question at Montfermeil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-water-question-at-montfermeil) Éponine is heard laughing and chattering in the adjoining room with her sister Azelma, highlighting the contrast with Cosette's misery. ### [Entrance on the Scene of a Doll](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-entrance-on-the-scene-of-a-doll) Previously spent hours admiring the doll, highlighting her relative privilege compared to Cosette. ### [Two Complete Portraits](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-two-complete-portraits) Portrayed as a small, cunning, and greedy innkeeper with a fraudulent past, including false claims of heroism at Waterloo. He is the master of the household, directing his wife with a 'magnetic action.' ### [The Little One All Alone](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/v-the-little-one-all-alone) Mentioned as the source of Cosette's fear; her wrath and threat of beating drive Cosette to obey. ### [Men Must Have Wine, and Horses Must Have Water](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iii-men-must-have-wine-and-horses-must-have-water) Thénardier is present in the inn, but not directly involved in the scene; his establishment is the setting. ### [VI: Which Possibly Proves Boulatruelle’s Intelligence](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vi-which-possibly-proves-boulatruelle-s-intelligence) Implied as the innkeeper at Montfermeil, though not directly present in the chapter. ### [Entrance on the Scene of a Doll](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-entrance-on-the-scene-of-a-doll) Éponine, along with Azelma, had spent hours admiring the same doll earlier in the day, highlighting the contrast between the Thénardier daughters' idle leisure and Cosette's forced labor. ### [Entrance on the Scene of a Doll](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-entrance-on-the-scene-of-a-doll) Thénardier is present at the inn, with the schoolmaster seated at his table, observing the illuminated booths. ### [Cosette Side by Side with the Stranger in the Dark](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vii-cosette-side-by-side-with-the-stranger-in-the-dark) Mentioned as the innkeeper and Cosette's master, though not present in the scene. ### [Cosette Side by Side with the Stranger in the Dark](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vii-cosette-side-by-side-with-the-stranger-in-the-dark) One of the Thénardier daughters, called 'Ponine' by Cosette; has dolls and plays all day. ### [The Little One All Alone](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/v-the-little-one-all-alone) Though not physically present, her fear of the Thénardier drives her actions and terror throughout the scene. ### [VIII: The Unpleasantness of Receiving Into One’s House a Poor Man Who May Be a Rich Man](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/viii-the-unpleasantness-of-receiving-into-one-s-house-a-poor-man-who-may-be-a-rich-man) The innkeeper, who silently agrees with his wife's harsh treatment of Cosette and supports overcharging the traveler. ### [VIII: The Unpleasantness of Receiving Into One’s House a Poor Man Who May Be a Rich Man](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/viii-the-unpleasantness-of-receiving-into-one-s-house-a-poor-man-who-may-be-a-rich-man) One of the Thénardiers' daughters, who points out Cosette's transgression with the doll to her mother. ### [Cosette Side by Side with the Stranger in the Dark](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vii-cosette-side-by-side-with-the-stranger-in-the-dark) One of the Thénardier daughters, referred to as Ponine, who has dolls and does not work. ### [IX: Thénardier and His Manouvres](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ix-th-nardier-and-his-manouvres) Crafts an exorbitant bill for the traveller and feigns affection for Cosette to extract more money. ### [X: He Who Seeks to Better Himself May Render His Situation Worse](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/x-he-who-seeks-to-better-himself-may-render-his-situation-worse) Pursues Valjean and Cosette, attempts to extort more money, but is outmaneuvered by Valjean's possession of Fantine's letter. ### [VIII: The Unpleasantness of Receiving Into One’s House a Poor Man Who May Be a Rich Man](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/viii-the-unpleasantness-of-receiving-into-one-s-house-a-poor-man-who-may-be-a-rich-man) The innkeeper, who silently agrees with his wife's harsh treatment of Cosette and is complicit in overcharging the traveler. ### [VIII: The Unpleasantness of Receiving Into One’s House a Poor Man Who May Be a Rich Man](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/viii-the-unpleasantness-of-receiving-into-one-s-house-a-poor-man-who-may-be-a-rich-man) One of the Thénardier daughters, who notices Cosette playing with their doll and reports her to her mother. ### [Number 9,430 Reappears, and Cosette Wins It in the Lottery](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xi-number-9-430-reappears-and-cosette-wins-it-in-the-lottery) Mentioned as the one from whose claws Jean Valjean rescues Cosette. ### [IX: Thénardier and His Manouvres](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ix-th-nardier-and-his-manouvres) Craftily prepares an inflated bill and negotiates to keep Cosette for more money, revealing his greed and manipulation. ### [Book IV: The Gorbeau Hovel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-iv-the-gorbeau-hovel) Thénardier appears under the alias Jondrette, living in the same hovel and plotting. ### [Book IV: The Gorbeau Hovel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-iv-the-gorbeau-hovel) Éponine is mentioned as one of the Jondrette children, living in the hovel. ### [X: He Who Seeks to Better Himself May Render His Situation Worse](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/x-he-who-seeks-to-better-himself-may-render-his-situation-worse) Pursues Valjean and Cosette after realizing he let them go too cheaply; attempts to extort more money but is outmaneuvered by Valjean's evidence and physical presence. ### [Number 9,430 Reappears, and Cosette Wins It in the Lottery](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xi-number-9-430-reappears-and-cosette-wins-it-in-the-lottery) Mentioned as the one from whom Jean Valjean rescues Cosette. ### [Book IV: The Gorbeau Hovel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-iv-the-gorbeau-hovel) Resides in the Gorbeau Hovel, embodying the depths of poverty and moral decay. ### [Book IV: The Gorbeau Hovel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-iv-the-gorbeau-hovel) The Thénardiers' daughter, growing up in the hovel's harsh environment. ### [The Remarks of the Principal Tenant](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-the-remarks-of-the-principal-tenant) Referenced indirectly through Cosette's mention of Montfermeil, where she was mistreated. ### [III: Two Misfortunes Make One Piece of Good Fortune](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iii-two-misfortunes-make-one-piece-of-good-fortune) Referenced as one who repulsed Cosette and contributed to her cold heart. ### [X: Which Explains How Javert Got on the Scent](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/x-which-explains-how-javert-got-on-the-scent) Thénardier is mentioned as the innkeeper who initially reported the abduction of Cosette, but later kept quiet to avoid police scrutiny. ### [X: Which Explains How Javert Got on the Scent](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/x-which-explains-how-javert-got-on-the-scent) Thénardier is mentioned as the innkeeper of Montfermeil who initially reported Cosette's abduction. His later silence and discretion help obscure the trail, but his earlier complaints drew police attention. ### [Volume III: Marius](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/volume-iii-marius) Appears as the neighbor Jondrette, living in poverty and plotting against Marius and others, revealing his continued villainy. ### [Little Gavroche](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xiii-little-gavroche) Referred to as Jondrette, the father of Gavroche, who lives with his family in the Gorbeau hovel under that alias. ### [Little Gavroche](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xiii-little-gavroche) Appears under the alias Jondrette, living in the Gorbeau hovel with his family in extreme poverty. ### [End of the Brigand](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-end-of-the-brigand) Mentioned in the colonel's note as the sergeant who saved his life at Waterloo; Marius is asked to help him. ### [End of the Brigand](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-end-of-the-brigand) Mentioned as the sergeant who saved Colonel Pontmercy at Waterloo; the colonel asks Marius to help him. ### [Marius Poor](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-marius-poor) Thénardier is the object of Marius's relentless search; Marius venerates him as the sergeant who saved his father at Waterloo and feels a deep moral obligation to find and help him in his misery. ### [Poverty a Good Neighbor for Misery](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/v-poverty-a-good-neighbor-for-misery) Referred to as the Jondrette family, the neighbors who are evicted for unpaid rent. ### [Marius Poor](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-marius-poor) Thénardier is the object of Marius's gratitude for saving his father at Waterloo; Marius searches for him in vain for three years. ### [Poverty a Good Neighbor for Misery](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/v-poverty-a-good-neighbor-for-misery) Thénardier, under the alias Jondrette, is the neighbor whose family is evicted for unpaid rent. ### [Poverty a Good Neighbor for Misery](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/v-poverty-a-good-neighbor-for-misery) Éponine is one of the Jondrette children, part of the family evicted. ### [Book VII: Patron Minette](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-vii-patron-minette) Member of Patron Minette, involved in criminal activities. ### [Patron Minette](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-vii-patron-minette) Thénardier is associated with the Patron Minette gang, indicating his deep involvement in criminal activities and his connections within the Parisian underworld. ### [Patron Minette](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-vii-patron-minette) Éponine is present in the context of the Thénardier family's criminal dealings, showing her continued involvement in her father's schemes and her familiarity with the gang. ### [The Wicked Poor Man](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-viii-the-wicked-poor-man) Disguised as Jondrette, he orchestrates an ambush against a charitable benefactor, revealing his criminal nature. ### [The Wicked Poor Man](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-viii-the-wicked-poor-man) Daughter of the Thénardiers, she assists in the plot but also shows some reluctance and concern. ### [Treasure Trove](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-treasure-trove) One of the two ragged girls fleeing from the police; the taller one who speaks in slang about the 'bobbies'. ### [Book VIII: The Wicked Poor Man](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-viii-the-wicked-poor-man) Disguised as Jondrette, Thénardier orchestrates a scheme to extort money from a benefactor, revealing his manipulative and criminal character. ### [Book VIII: The Wicked Poor Man](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-viii-the-wicked-poor-man) Éponine, as the Jondrette daughter, interacts with Marius and is involved in the family's schemes, though she shows some reluctance. ### [A Rose in Misery](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-a-rose-in-misery) The young girl who visits Marius; she is the eldest Jondrette daughter, degraded by poverty, yet shows she can read and write. ### [A Rose in Misery](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-a-rose-in-misery) Referred to as Jondrette, he is the author of the begging letter and the father exploiting his daughters. ### [A Providential Peephole](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/v-a-providential-peephole) Referred to as Jondrette, he is the neighbor whose family's misery Marius observes through the peephole. ### [Treasure Trove](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-treasure-trove) One of the two ragged girls fleeing the police; likely Éponine, though not named explicitly, she is described as tall and slim. ### [The Wild Man in His Lair](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vi-the-wild-man-in-his-lair) Depicted as a small, livid, haggard man with a cunning and cruel air, writing letters while smoking in the hovel. ### [The Wild Man in His Lair](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vi-the-wild-man-in-his-lair) The tall, pale young girl sitting half-naked on a pallet, appearing childlike but actually fourteen; she is the one who said 'I bolted, bolted, bolted!' the previous evening. ### [Strategy and Tactics](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vii-strategy-and-tactics) Orchestrates the deception, breaking furniture and extinguishing the fire to feign destitution. ### [Strategy and Tactics](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vii-strategy-and-tactics) The eldest daughter who brings news of the philanthropist's arrival and refuses to wear wet shoes. ### [A Rose in Misery](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-a-rose-in-misery) Éponine, in a state of extreme poverty and degradation, delivers a letter from her father and reveals her literacy and knowledge of Waterloo. ### [A Rose in Misery](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-a-rose-in-misery) Thénardier, under the alias Jondrette, is revealed as the author of the begging letters. ### [VIII: The Ray of Light in the Hovel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/viii-the-ray-of-light-in-the-hovel) Rages against the rich and society, waiting for the charitable visitor. ### [VIII: The Ray of Light in the Hovel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/viii-the-ray-of-light-in-the-hovel) The elder daughter; removes mud from her mantle and watches the visitors with somber eyes. ### [A Providential Peephole](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/v-a-providential-peephole) Referred to as Jondrette, the neighbor whose family's suffering Marius observes through the peephole. ### [Jondrette Comes Near Weeping](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ix-jondrette-comes-near-weeping) Disguised as Jondrette/Fabantou, he exaggerates his family's suffering to manipulate M. Leblanc into giving money. ### [Jondrette Comes Near Weeping](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ix-jondrette-comes-near-weeping) The eldest daughter, who confirms the signature 'Fabantou' on the letter and later points out the forgotten overcoat. ### [The Wild Man in His Lair](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vi-the-wild-man-in-his-lair) Seen writing letters in the hovel, smoking, and expressing bitter resentment against society. ### [The Wild Man in His Lair](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vi-the-wild-man-in-his-lair) The pale young girl sitting half-naked on a pallet, appearing childlike but actually fourteen, embodying the stunted growth of poverty. ### [Tariff of Licensed Cabs: Two Francs an Hour](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/x-tariff-of-licensed-cabs-two-francs-an-hour) Disguised as Jondrette, seen conversing with Panchaud on the boulevard. ### [Strategy and Tactics](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vii-strategy-and-tactics) Directs his family in staging a scene of destitution to deceive the philanthropist. ### [Strategy and Tactics](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vii-strategy-and-tactics) The eldest daughter who brings news of the philanthropist's imminent arrival and shows cleverness in noting the fiacre's number. ### [XI: Offers of Service from Misery to Wretchedness](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xi-offers-of-service-from-misery-to-wretchedness) The elder Jondrette girl (Éponine) approaches Marius, offers her services, and agrees to find the address in exchange for payment. ### [XI: Offers of Service from Misery to Wretchedness](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xi-offers-of-service-from-misery-to-wretchedness) Thénardier is heard speaking in the background, claiming to have recognized someone, which alarms Marius. ### [The Ray of Light in the Hovel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/viii-the-ray-of-light-in-the-hovel) Rages against the rich and society while waiting for the charitable visitor, then greets him with false deference. ### [The Ray of Light in the Hovel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/viii-the-ray-of-light-in-the-hovel) The elder daughter removes mud from her mantle and stares with somber eyes at the visitors. ### [XII: The Use Made of M. Leblanc’s Five-Franc Piece](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xii-the-use-made-of-m-leblanc-s-five-franc-piece) Reveals his recognition of Jean Valjean and Cosette, plots an ambush to extort money, and leaves to gather accomplices. ### [Jondrette Comes Near Weeping](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ix-jondrette-comes-near-weeping) Disguised as Fabantou, he feigns poverty and desperation, lies about debts and injuries, and scrutinizes M. Leblanc suspiciously. ### [Jondrette Comes Near Weeping](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ix-jondrette-comes-near-weeping) The eldest daughter, she informs her father that the letter was signed 'Fabantou' and later points out M. Leblanc's forgotten coat. ### [XIII: Solus Cum Solo, in Loco Remoto, Non Cogitabuntur Orare Pater Noster](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xiii-solus-cum-solo-in-loco-remoto-non-cogitabuntur-orare-pater-noster) Referred to as Jondrette, he is the mastermind of the ambush against M. Leblanc. ### [Tariff of Licensed Cabs: Two Francs an Hour](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/x-tariff-of-licensed-cabs-two-francs-an-hour) Seen on the boulevard wrapped in the philanthropist's greatcoat, conversing with the dangerous prowler Panchaud. ### [XI: Offers of Service from Misery to Wretchedness](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xi-offers-of-service-from-misery-to-wretchedness) The elder Jondrette girl (Éponine) approaches Marius, offering her services to find the address of M. Leblanc and his daughter, and insists on being addressed informally. ### [XI: Offers of Service from Misery to Wretchedness](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xi-offers-of-service-from-misery-to-wretchedness) Jondrette (Thénardier) is heard speaking in the next room, claiming to have recognized someone, which alarms Marius. ### [Jondrette Makes His Purchases](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xv-jondrette-makes-his-purchases) Jondrette (Thénardier) is the man Marius follows; he purchases a cold chisel and disappears over a wall. ### [The Use Made of M. Leblanc's Five-Franc Piece](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xii-the-use-made-of-m-leblanc-s-five-franc-piece) Jondrette recognizes M. Leblanc as a man from eight years ago and plots to ambush him for money. ### [In Which Will Be Found the Words to an English Air Which Was in Fashion in 1832](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xvi-in-which-will-be-found-the-words-to-an-english-air-which-was-in-fashion-in-1832) Jondrette returns home, gives instructions to his family, and prepares for the ambush, referring to the trap as 'the mousetrap'. ### [In Which Will Be Found the Words to an English Air Which Was in Fashion in 1832](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xvi-in-which-will-be-found-the-words-to-an-english-air-which-was-in-fashion-in-1832) The eldest daughter enters Marius's room with a candle, checks the mirror, and hums a song before leaving. ### [Solus Cum Solo, in Loco Remoto, Non Cogitabuntur Orare Pater Noster](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xiii-solus-cum-solo-in-loco-remoto-non-cogitabuntur-orare-pater-noster) Thénardier (Jondrette) is the architect of the ambush plot that Marius overhears and seeks to prevent. ### [The Use Made of Marius’ Five-Franc Piece](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xvii-the-use-made-of-marius-five-franc-piece) Plans an ambush, uses the five francs from Marius to pay for a fiacre, and readies tools and a rope ladder. ### [In Which a Police Agent Bestows Two Fistfuls on a Lawyer](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xiv-in-which-a-police-agent-bestows-two-fistfuls-on-a-lawyer) Referred to as Jondrette, he is the mastermind of the ambush plot that Marius reports. ### [In Which a Police Agent Bestows Two Fistfuls on a Lawyer](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xiv-in-which-a-police-agent-bestows-two-fistfuls-on-a-lawyer) Mentioned as one of Jondrette's daughters who are to lie in wait during the ambush. ### [Marius' Two Chairs Form a Vis-a-Vis](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xviii-marius-two-chairs-form-a-vis-a-vis) Pacing nervously, snuffing the candle, and greeting M. Leblanc with false deference as 'Monsieur Fabantou'. ### [Jondrette Makes His Purchases](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xv-jondrette-makes-his-purchases) Jondrette, actually Thénardier, is seen making purchases and meeting with others. ### [XIX: Occupying One’s Self with Obscure Depths](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xix-occupying-one-s-self-with-obscure-depths) Disguised as Jondrette, he feigns poverty and gratitude while orchestrating an ambush, attempting to sell a worthless painting. ### [In Which Will Be Found the Words to an English Air Which Was in Fashion in 1832](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xvi-in-which-will-be-found-the-words-to-an-english-air-which-was-in-fashion-in-1832) Jondrette returns home, gives orders to his family, and prepares for the ambush, referring to the victim as 'the mousetrap' and 'the cats.' ### [In Which Will Be Found the Words to an English Air Which Was in Fashion in 1832](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xvi-in-which-will-be-found-the-words-to-an-english-air-which-was-in-fashion-in-1832) The eldest Jondrette daughter enters Marius's room with a candle, checks the mirror, and hums a song before leaving. ### [The Use Made of Marius’ Five-Franc Piece](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xvii-the-use-made-of-marius-five-franc-piece) Jondrette prepares for an ambush, instructs his wife, and tests a knife while waiting for M. Leblanc. ### [The Trap](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xx-the-trap) Leads the ambush, reveals his Waterloo past, demands ransom from M. Leblanc. ### [One Should Always Begin by Arresting the Victims](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xxi-one-should-always-begin-by-arresting-the-victims) Armed with a knife, attempts to shoot Javert but the pistol misfires; he is handcuffed and arrested. ### [One Should Always Begin by Arresting the Victims](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xxi-one-should-always-begin-by-arresting-the-victims) Mentioned as having disappeared before the raid; Javert only captured Azelma. ### [Marius' Two Chairs Form a Vis-a-Vis](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xviii-marius-two-chairs-form-a-vis-a-vis) Jondrette, the alias of Thénardier, anxiously awaits M. Leblanc and orchestrates the scene. ### [XIX: Occupying One’s Self with Obscure Depths](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xix-occupying-one-s-self-with-obscure-depths) Posing as Jondrette, he manipulates M. Leblanc with a fabricated story of poverty and attempts to sell a worthless painting, while secretly coordinating an ambush. ### [The Trap](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xx-the-trap) Leads the ambush, demands ransom, reveals his Waterloo past and the painting of Pontmercy. ### [The Trap](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xx-the-trap) Not directly present but referenced as the young girl Marius fears is being abducted. ### [One Should Always Begin by Arresting the Victims](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xxi-one-should-always-begin-by-arresting-the-victims) Attempts to shoot Javert but the pistol misfires; is handcuffed. ### [One Should Always Begin by Arresting the Victims](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xxi-one-should-always-begin-by-arresting-the-victims) Mentioned as having disappeared before the raid; not captured. ### [Book II: Éponine](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-ii-ponine) Éponine is the central figure, moving through Paris and reflecting on her life and the people she encounters. ### [Book II: Éponine](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-ii-ponine) Thénardier is referenced as Éponine's father, influencing her current situation. ### [I: The Lark’s Meadow](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-lark-s-meadow) Thénardier is in close confinement in La Force prison. Marius anonymously sends him five francs every Monday, which puzzles Thénardier. ### [Facts Whence History Springs and Which History Ignores](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/v-facts-whence-history-springs-and-which-history-ignores) Not directly present, but the criminal underworld hinted at in the chapter's atmosphere. ### [Embryonic Formation of Crimes in the Incubation of Prisons](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-embryonic-formation-of-crimes-in-the-incubation-of-prisons) Éponine is seized by Javert and sent to Les Madelonettes, but later released; she then delivers a message from Magnon to investigate the Rue Plumet. ### [Embryonic Formation of Crimes in the Incubation of Prisons](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-embryonic-formation-of-crimes-in-the-incubation-of-prisons) Thénardier is referenced indirectly through his daughters and his connection to Magnon, who has relations with him. ### [Book II: Éponine](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-ii-ponine) Éponine is the central figure, showing her streetwise nature and unrequited love for Marius. ### [Book II: Éponine](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-ii-ponine) Thénardier is referenced as Éponine's father, though not present in the chapter. ### [Apparition to Father Mabeuf](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iii-apparition-to-father-mabeuf) A ragged, barefoot girl who appears suddenly to water Mabeuf's garden and asks for Marius's address. She describes herself as 'the devil.' ### [I: The Lark’s Meadow](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-lark-s-meadow) Thénardier is in prison after the ambush; Marius sends him five francs weekly. ### [IV: An Apparition to Marius](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-an-apparition-to-marius) Éponine appears ragged and barefoot, having been in prison for a fortnight. She finds Marius and offers to lead him to the address of the young lady, though she refuses his money and shows a mix of bitterness and devotion. ### [IV: An Apparition to Marius](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-an-apparition-to-marius) Thénardier is mentioned as the father of Éponine, and Marius fears he might learn the address. Éponine assures Marius that her father is in close confinement. ### [Embryonic Formation of Crimes in the Incubation of Prisons](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-embryonic-formation-of-crimes-in-the-incubation-of-prisons) Seized by Javert after Montparnasse led her off; later released and tasked by Magnon to investigate the Rue Plumet, but reports back that nothing can be done. ### [Apparition to Father Mabeuf](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iii-apparition-to-father-mabeuf) The ragged girl who appears to Mabeuf, waters his garden, and asks for Marius's location; she describes herself as 'the devil.' ### [An Apparition to Marius](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-an-apparition-to-marius) Éponine, now more ragged and impoverished, has been searching for Marius for six weeks. She has been imprisoned but is released, and she leads Marius to the address he desires, despite her own sorrow. ### [An Apparition to Marius](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-an-apparition-to-marius) Thénardier is mentioned as Éponine's father, who is in close confinement and from whom she promises to keep the address secret. ### [Change of Gate](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-change-of-gate) Remains in Cosette's memory as a hideous figure from her childhood. ### [II: Jean Valjean as a National Guard](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-jean-valjean-as-a-national-guard) Mentioned as the author of an epistle addressed to the benevolent gentleman of Saint-Jacques-du-Haut-Pas. ### [Change of Gate](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-change-of-gate) Mentioned as a hideous figure from Cosette's dream-like childhood memories. ### [I: A Wound Without, Healing Within](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-a-wound-without-healing-within) Mentioned as part of the Jondrette hovel discovery; Valjean pities the family now in prison. ### [I: A Wound Without, Healing Within](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-a-wound-without-healing-within) Mentioned as the source of the Jondrette den visit; Valjean feels pity for the family despite their imprisonment. ### [The Malicious Playfulness of the Wind](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-malicious-playfulness-of-the-wind) Arranges to give away his two youngest sons to Magnon for profit, justifying the act with a cynical reference to Rousseau. ### [The Malicious Playfulness of the Wind](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-malicious-playfulness-of-the-wind) Mentioned as having handed a note to Magnon relating to the Rue Plumet. ### [In Which Little Gavroche Extracts Profit from Napoleon the Great](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-in-which-little-gavroche-extracts-profit-from-napoleon-the-great) Mentioned indirectly as the father of the two children (Éponine and Azelma's younger brothers), though not present in the chapter. ### [In Which Little Gavroche Extracts Profit from Napoleon the Great](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-in-which-little-gavroche-extracts-profit-from-napoleon-the-great) Referenced as the elder sister of the two lost children, though she does not appear in the chapter. ### [The Vicissitudes of Flight](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iii-the-vicissitudes-of-flight) Trapped on a wall above La Force, desperate and paralyzed by cold, awaiting rescue from his accomplices. ### [I: The Malicious Playfulness of the Wind](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-malicious-playfulness-of-the-wind) Arranges to give away his two youngest sons to Magnon for profit, rationalizing the abandonment with a cynical reference to Rousseau. ### [I: The Malicious Playfulness of the Wind](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-malicious-playfulness-of-the-wind) Mentioned as having handed a note to Magnon relating to the Rue Plumet before the police raid. ### [In Which Little Gavroche Extracts Profit from Napoleon the Great](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-in-which-little-gavroche-extracts-profit-from-napoleon-the-great) Mentioned indirectly as Montparnasse's associate; Montparnasse refers to 'my wife' (Madame Thénardier) in his coded warning. ### [III: The Vicissitudes of Flight](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iii-the-vicissitudes-of-flight) Imprisoned in La Force, attempts escape, ends up stranded on a wall, rescued by Gavroche. ### [I: Full Light](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-full-light) Éponine is mentioned as having recognized Marius through the gate and having kept ruffians away from the Rue Plumet, leading Marius to Cosette. ### [III: The Beginning of Shadow](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iii-the-beginning-of-shadow) Appears suddenly to greet Marius, but is awkward and unable to express herself fully. ### [Book VIII: Enchantments and Desolations](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-viii-enchantments-and-desolations) Thénardier's schemes and malice contribute to the desolation, embodying social injustice and moral decay. ### [A Cab Runs in English and Barks in Slang](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-a-cab-runs-in-english-and-barks-in-slang) Éponine follows Marius, guards the garden gate, and confronts her father and his gang to prevent their burglary. ### [A Cab Runs in English and Barks in Slang](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-a-cab-runs-in-english-and-barks-in-slang) Thénardier leads the gang attempting to break into the house, but is stopped by Éponine. ### [I: Full Light](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-full-light) Éponine is mentioned as having recognized Marius through the gate and having kept ruffians away from the Rue Plumet, leading Marius to Cosette. ### [Marius Becomes Practical Once More to the Extent of Giving Cosette His Address](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vi-marius-becomes-practical-once-more-to-the-extent-of-giving-cosette-his-address) Éponine is briefly mentioned as following the ruffians to the boulevard at the moment Marius leaves the garden. ### [III: The Beginning of Shadow](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iii-the-beginning-of-shadow) Briefly encounters Marius on the street, greeting him awkwardly before leaving. ### [A Cab Runs in English and Barks in Slang](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-a-cab-runs-in-english-and-barks-in-slang) Follows Marius to the Rue Plumet, then confronts and drives off her father and his gang to protect the house. ### [A Cab Runs in English and Barks in Slang](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-a-cab-runs-in-english-and-barks-in-slang) Leads the group of ruffians attempting to break into the garden; is confronted and ultimately turned away by his daughter Éponine. ### [Marius Becomes Practical Once More to the Extent of Giving Cosette His Address](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vi-marius-becomes-practical-once-more-to-the-extent-of-giving-cosette-his-address) Briefly noted as following the ruffians to the boulevard while Marius and Cosette meet. ### [I: Jean Valjean](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-jean-valjean) Spotted by Jean Valjean on the boulevard; Thénardier did not recognize him but is prowling in the neighborhood. ### [II: Marius](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-marius) Her voice is heard calling to Marius from the street, informing him that his friends are at the barricade. ### [I: Jean Valjean](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-jean-valjean) Spotted by Jean Valjean on the boulevard; Thénardier did not recognize him but has been seen prowling in the neighborhood, prompting Valjean's decision to leave. ### [Book X: The 5th of June, 1832](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-x-the-5th-of-june-1832) Lurking in the shadows of the uprising, taking advantage of the chaos. ### [Marius](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ii-marius) Her voice is heard calling Marius to the barricade, though she is not seen clearly. ### [Book X: The 5th of June, 1832](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-x-the-5th-of-june-1832) Lurks in the shadows of the barricade, seeking personal gain amid the chaos. ### [The Atom Fraternizes with the Hurricane](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-xi-the-atom-fraternizes-with-the-hurricane) Associated with the criminal underworld that Gavroche navigates. ### [A Burial; An Occasion to Be Born Again](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iii-a-burial-an-occasion-to-be-born-again) The criminal element is hinted at with 'genuine visages of criminals' and talk of plunder, suggesting Thénardier's presence among the agitators. ### [IV: The Ebullitions of Former Days](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-the-ebullitions-of-former-days) Not directly mentioned, but the chaos of the riot provides an opportunity for his criminal activities. ### [Marius Enters the Shadow](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-xiii-marius-enters-the-shadow) Thénardier appears as Jondrette, the impoverished and scheming neighbor of Marius, whose family becomes a focus of Marius's observations. ### [Marius Enters the Shadow](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-xiii-marius-enters-the-shadow) Éponine is the daughter of the Jondrette family, whose interactions with Marius hint at her growing attachment to him. ### [VI: The Agony of Death After the Agony of Life](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vi-the-agony-of-death-after-the-agony-of-life) Éponine, disguised in men's clothes, is mortally wounded after blocking a gun aimed at Marius; she confesses her love and gives him a letter before dying. ### [Gavroche as a Profound Calculator of Distances](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vii-gavroche-as-a-profound-calculator-of-distances) Éponine dies after having intercepted Cosette's letter and led Marius to the barricade. ### [VI: The Agony of Death After the Agony of Life](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vi-the-agony-of-death-after-the-agony-of-life) Éponine is mortally wounded, having taken a bullet meant for Marius; she confesses her love, gives him a letter, and dies in his arms. ### [Gavroche as a Profound Calculator of Distances](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/vii-gavroche-as-a-profound-calculator-of-distances) Dies after manipulating events to separate Marius and Cosette and lead Marius to the barricade; her body is present as Marius bids farewell. ### [Volume V: Jean Valjean](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/volume-v-jean-valjean) Villainous figure; his schemes continue to threaten Valjean's peace. ### [Volume V: Jean Valjean](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/volume-v-jean-valjean) Appears in the denouement, attempting to blackmail Marius but ultimately revealing Valjean's goodness. ### [How from a Brother One Becomes a Father](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xvi-how-from-a-brother-one-becomes-a-father) The two children are identified as Thénardier's sons, leased to Magnon and now abandoned. ### [Jean Valjean Takes His Revenge](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xix-jean-valjean-takes-his-revenge) Mentioned as a corpse among the pile of bodies, recognized by Javert. ### [How from a Brother One Becomes a Father](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xvi-how-from-a-brother-one-becomes-a-father) The two children are identified as Thénardier's sons, leased to Magnon and now abandoned. ### [XIX: Jean Valjean Takes His Revenge](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xix-jean-valjean-takes-his-revenge) Mentioned as a livid corpse among the heap in the lane. ### [Prisoner](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xxiv-prisoner) Recalled as having breathed her last in the same sheltered corner where Valjean pauses. ### [Book II: The Intestine of the Leviathan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-ii-the-intestine-of-the-leviathan) Thénardier is depicted as a central figure in the criminal underworld, embodying the greed and moral corruption that thrives in the shadows of Paris. ### [Prisoner](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/xxiv-prisoner) Recalled as having breathed her last in the same sheltered corner where Valjean pauses with Marius. ### [Book II: The Intestine of the Leviathan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-ii-the-intestine-of-the-leviathan) Thénardier is depicted as a key figure in the Parisian underworld, embodying the criminal element that thrives in the city's hidden passages. ### [Book III: Mud but the Soul](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-iii-mud-but-the-soul) Thénardier exploits Fantine's desperation, overcharging her for Cosette's care. ### [The Torn Coattail](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/viii-the-torn-coattail) Appears in the sewer, mistakes Valjean for a murderer, and demands a share of the loot in exchange for unlocking the gate. ### [Marius Produces on Some One Who Is a Judge of the Matter, the Effect of Being Dead](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ix-marius-produces-on-some-one-who-is-a-judge-of-the-matter-the-effect-of-being-dead) Mentally noted as the one who opened the grating to divert Javert's pursuit, earning thirty francs. ### [The Torn Coattail](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/viii-the-torn-coattail) Confronts Jean Valjean in the sewer, offering to unlock the gate for a share of the loot; takes all the money and a torn piece of Marius's coat; facilitates Valjean's escape. ### [Marius Produces on Some One Who Is a Judge of the Matter, the Effect of Being Dead](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/ix-marius-produces-on-some-one-who-is-a-judge-of-the-matter-the-effect-of-being-dead) Mentioned as the one who opened the sewer grate to divert Javert's pursuit, earning thirty francs and escaping. ### [Two Men Impossible to Find](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/viii-two-men-impossible-to-find) Condemned to death in absentia for the Gorbeau ambush, he has disappeared completely; Marius seeks him to repay the debt of his father's life. ### [I: The 16th of February, 1833](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-16th-of-february-1833) Disguised as a Spaniard with a large nose and black moustache in the maskers' carriage, he recognizes Jean Valjean and discusses following the wedding. ### [Two Men Impossible to Find](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/viii-two-men-impossible-to-find) The object of Marius's search for gratitude; he has vanished after being condemned to death in absentia, leaving no trace. ### [I: The 16th of February, 1833](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/i-the-16th-of-february-1833) Appears disguised as a Spaniard with a large nose and black moustache in the maskers' carriage; recognizes Jean Valjean and plots to follow the wedding. ### [Fading Away of the Twilight](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/book-viii-fading-away-of-the-twilight) Thénardier, under the alias Jondrette, lives in poverty and plots to extort money from M. Leblanc. He orchestrates an ambush with his criminal associates. ### [IV: A Bottle of Ink Which Only Succeeded in Whitening](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/chapters/iv-a-bottle-of-ink-which-only-succeeded-in-whitening) Thénardier attempts to blackmail Marius with secrets about Jean Valjean, but is exposed and identified by Marius. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/characters/eponine - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/les_miserables_se/characters