Lord Tony's Wife
The antagonist who tricks Yvonne into a trap, revealing his true identity.
I
Referred to as M. le duc de Kernogan, the aristocratic target of the peasants' hatred.
IV
Referred to as M. le duc de Kernogan; he is terrified for his daughter's safety as a peasant revolt approaches his castle.
V
Mentioned as M. le duc de Kernogan, Yvonne's father, who is anxious for her safety.
VI
As M. le duc de Kernogan, he presides over the court and orders severe punishments, including the hanging of Jean Adet.
I
The French traveler, well-dressed but uncomfortable on horseback, speaks with a Gallic accent and complains about the journey.
II: The Bottom Inn
Revealed to be Pierre Adet, the miller's son, Martin-Roget plots revenge against the duc de Kernogan and plans to deliver Yvonne and her father to Carrier in Nantes.
II
Assertive and condescending, he secures Chauvelin's submission and discusses the ship Hollandia for his plans.
III
Listens to Chauvelin's narrative in tense silence, hiding his horror and fear.
IV
Revealed as Pierre Adet, the miller's son, plotting revenge against the duc de Kernogan by marrying Yvonne under a false identity and delivering them to Carrier.
V
Reveals his backstory of being crushed by Yvonne's coach, his father's murder, and his four-year quest for education and revenge.
Chapter VI
Finishes his story and prepares to leave for Bath, reminded by Chauvelin of the Hollandia rendezvous.
VII
Frustrated and stranded after his guide loses the horses; secures a bed at the inn and asks about 'the Captain'.
III: The Assembly Rooms
Notably absent from the ball; the duc de Kernogan expects him to watch over Yvonne.
II
Notably absent from the ball, which is remarked upon by the attendees.
III
Expected but not yet arrived; the Duc anxiously awaits his presence.
IV
Identified as the threat to Tony and Yvonne's happiness.
V
Mentioned as M. le duc de Kernogan, he is present at the ball, dressed in sober black, and expresses disapproval of Lord Tony's attentions to his daughter Yvonne.
Chapter VI
Discussed as a man of eloquence and patriotism, a wealthy banker and suitor for Yvonne.
VII
Mentioned as the wealthy bourgeois suitor promised to marry Yvonne, bringing millions to the royalist cause.
IV: The Father
Arrives late after a mysterious absence; remains composed and insists the marriage is invalid, plotting to retrieve Yvonne.
I
Expected by the duc to advise on how to retrieve Yvonne and salvage the situation.
II
Knocks at the Duc's door after being summoned; had been absent from his lodgings since the previous day.
III
Remains calm and calculating upon learning of Yvonne's elopement; plots with the Duc to retrieve her.
The Nest
Mentioned as the man Yvonne's father originally wanted her to marry.
I
Mentioned as the man Yvonne's father originally wanted her to marry, but who was kept out of the way during the secret wedding.
III
Arrives as M. de Kernogan; appears tired and unwell, becomes silent, eats little, and retires early; shows tenderness and possible remorse toward Yvonne.
IV
Feigns illness to persuade Yvonne to travel with him to Bath.
VI
The Duc de Kernogan; has left the house in Laura Place two days prior, leaving a letter for Lord Tony.
VII
Mentioned as the man the Duc intends Yvonne to marry.
VI: The Scarlet Pimpernel
Revealed to be the son of a peasant executed by the duc de Kernogan; he conspires with Chauvelin to lure Yvonne and her father to France for revenge.
VII: Marguerite
The villain who has planned and executed the abduction of Yvonne.
III
Identified as the planner of the mischief that led to Yvonne's abduction.
VIII: The Road to Portishead
Assists the Duc in the deception; recaptures Yvonne after her escape and later gloats over her failed attempt to seek help.
I
Feigns illness and avoids Yvonne's questions; justifies the driver's detour.
Chapter II
Physically captures Yvonne after her escape attempt and is revealed as the man her father intends her to marry.
III
Physically forces Yvonne back into the coach; she associates him with a past assault.
IV
Gloats over Yvonne's failed attempt to escape, having planned the deception with her father.
V
Travels with Yvonne and her father, speaking in monosyllables, coercing Yvonne.
The Coast of France
Reveals his true identity as Pierre Adet and his vengeful motives. Taunts Yvonne and the duc with tales of Carrier's noyades and his plan to dishonor them.
I
The Duc de Kernogan, Yvonne's father, comes to sit beside her and attempts to offer comfort, feeling remorse for his actions.
II
Reveals his true identity as Pierre Adet, the miller's son, and delivers a passionate, vengeful harangue against the duc and Yvonne, relishing his power over them.
III
Walks the deck with a shorter, slimmer companion, loudly discussing Carrier's noyades and the suspension of Loire navigation.
Book II: Nantes, December, 1793
Continues his treacherous schemes against Yvonne.
I: The Tiger's Lair
The duc de Kernogan in disguise, seeking revenge and humiliation for the Kernogan family, especially Yvonne.
II
A stranger allowed only as far as the anteroom of Carrier's chambers.
Chapter IV
Seeks a shameful, degrading death for Yvonne and her father, arguing with Carrier over the timeline and method.
V
Nervous and humiliated by Carrier's insults; he offers a bribe to secure Carrier's help.
Chapter VI
Eager to humiliate Yvonne and the Duc, he conspires with Carrier to have them arrested in the Rat Mort raid and sent to Paris as common criminals.
VII
Swears violently and expresses frustration about being under the heel of a skunk and doubts he can get Yvonne to follow willingly.
II: Le Bouffay
Described as tall, broad-shouldered, bull-necked, the personification of sansculottism; he is confident in his plan to keep Yvonne imprisoned under his sister's watch and dismisses Chauvelin's warnings about the Scarlet Pimpernel.
I
Introduced as a tall, broad-shouldered, bull-necked peasant-turned-revolutionary, chafing against conventions and embodying sansculottism and brutish revenge.
II
Accompanies Chauvelin, grows suspicious of his activities, and reflects on the pervasive spying and danger in France, regretting the safety he left in England.
III
Dismisses Chauvelin's warnings, outlines his plan to marry Yvonne under threat of deportation.
IV
Accompanies Chauvelin, recognizes Paul Friche, and expresses frustration at the insolence of the Marats.
V
Waits with Chauvelin, questions the report, and suggests they may have been victims of nerves; then leads Chauvelin to his sister's house.
III: The Fowlers
Confronts Yvonne, threatening her with arrest and deportation; ultimately yields to Chauvelin's plan to trap her at the Rat Mort.
II
Leads Chauvelin through the murky streets to his sister's house, where Yvonne is imprisoned.
III
Restless and vengeful, he presents Yvonne with a cruel ultimatum and taunts her with a past assault, reveling in his power.
IV
Frustrated and vengeful, he reluctantly agrees to let Chauvelin help convey Yvonne to the Rat Mort, though he wants to keep control of his revenge.
The Net
Mentioned as the one who brought the Kernogans into Nantes and plans to convey Yvonne to the Rat Mort.
III
Mentioned as the one who will convey Yvonne to the Rat Mort and pay the reward.
V: The Message of Hope
Threatened Yvonne with death and suffering; left her after a visit.
I
Martin-Roget, along with Chauvelin, has left Yvonne after threatening her and dragging her father away.
II
Mentioned as having visited Yvonne and as the one who gave her a few hours' respite before the proconsul's judgment.
The Rat Mort
Disguised as the guide, he tricks Yvonne into the trap set by Chauvelin.
II
Referred to as M. le duc de Kernogan, Yvonne's father, who is said to be safe and will join her soon.
V
Confers with Chauvelin outside the Rat Mort; admits the ruse was Chauvelin's idea and expresses impatience and cold.
VII: The Fracas in the Tavern
Referred to as the duc de Kernogan, Yvonne's father; emerges from a garret, tries to escape with Yvonne, but is struck down by Lemoine.
IV
Emaciated and paranoid, he tries to force Yvonne to flee, but is struck down by Lemoine.
VIII: The English Adventurers
Speaks with Chauvelin outside the window, reveals the trap for the English, and grows impatient.
III
Revealed as Pierre Adet, orchestrating the trap against Yvonne and the Scarlet Pimpernel.
IV
Impatiently questions Paul Friche and argues with Chauvelin about waiting for the English spies.
V
Ordered the capture of the aristos, according to the disguised Blakeney.
IX: The Proconsul
Present during the chase; supports Chauvelin and tries to glean information from Fleury; suggests going to bed but is overruled.
I
Present during the chase, questioning Fleury about the escape and concerned about Yvonne and the duc.
II
Martin-Roget is mentioned as being with Chauvelin, having a private grudge against the Englishman, and is advised to go with Chauvelin to see the proconsul.
II
Assists Chauvelin through the crowd and helps him up after the incident, remaining a close ally.
IV
Supports Chauvelin, suggests going to bed, and draws attention to young Lalouët's voice.
I
Sends ten thousand francs to Carrier to pacify him after the failed undertaking; avoids personal contact with Carrier.
