Mystery at Lynden Sands · Character
Mme. Laurent-Desrousseaux
A Frenchwoman whose testimony is crucial to the investigation.
supporting
Also known as Mme, Laurent-Desrousseaux, Laurent
First appearance: i the death at foxhills
As a supporting figure in Mystery at Lynden Sands, Mme. Laurent-Desrousseaux is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
A Frenchwoman staying at the hotel; described as handsome with a hint of hardness, well-dressed, and struggling with English.
Mme. Laurent-Desrousseaux appears in Mystery at Lynden Sands as supporting figure.
Mme. Laurent-Desrousseaux first appears in 0000 i the death at foxhills.
With Nick Staveley (romantic): Mme. Laurent-Desrousseaux and Nick Staveley share a flirtatious and possibly clandestine romantic relationship. With Sir Clinton Driffield (social): Mme. Laurent-Desrousseaux is a sophisticated French visitor who engages in polite conversation with Sir Clinton Driffield. With Inspector Armadale (professional): Inspector Armadale interrogates Mme. Laurent-Desrousseaux about her movements and connections to the crime.
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Character Web
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Relationship types
- Romantic
- Social
- Professional
- Other
Character groups
- Primary suspects and investigators
- Secondary characters and background
- Protagonist
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Open in readerNarrative arc
Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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Follow the arc while readingRelationships
- Nick Staveley
romantic · positive
- Sir Clinton Driffield
social · positive
- Inspector Armadale
professional · negative
- Inspector Armadale
professional · negative
- Nick Staveley
romantic · positive
- Sir Clinton Driffield
social · positive
- Sir Clinton Driffield
social · positive
- Inspector Armadale
professional · negative
Relationship notes
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See Mme. Laurent-Desrousseaux in i the death at foxhillsIn the story
Mme. Laurent-Desrousseaux appears across 5 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
- II: A Bus-Driver's Holiday
- IX: The Second Cartridge-Case
- X: The Attack on the Australian
- XI: Mme. Laurent-Desrousseaux’s Evidence
- XIII: Cressida's Narrative
Chapter companion notes
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See Mme. Laurent-Desrousseaux in i the death at foxhills