Scaramouche · Character

Aline de Kercadiou

André-Louis's noble cousin, whose clear-eyed affection cuts through his poses and whose hand, held at last in her father's garden, hints at a happiness the gathering storm may not permit.

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Also known as Aline, Cousin Aline, Mademoiselle de Kercadiou, Mlle. de Kercadiou

First appearance: book i the robe

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Aline de Kercadiou moves between the drawing rooms of the old nobility and the dangerous pull of her cousin's world, bound by family loyalty yet unwilling to see André-Louis as merely a scoundrel. She alone names his blindness, teasing that she has never known him to lack presumption, and the moment of their clasped hands before her father suggests what both have long refused to admit. Her presence raises the stakes of every quarrel between André-Louis and the men of her class.

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Relationship types

Romantic
Family
Social
Other

Character groups

Nobles and Revolutionaries
Protagonist
Household and Local Allies
Breton Nobility

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book.

Setup
Escalation
Breaking point

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Relationships

André-Louis Moreau
romantic · positive
Aline is the object of André-Louis's deep romantic affection, though their relationship… How this plays out →
M. de Kercadiou
family · positive
Kersain
social · positive
André-Louis Moreau
romantic · positive
Aline is the object of André-Louis's deep romantic affection, though their relationship… How this plays out →
André-Louis Moreau
romantic · positive
Aline is the object of André-Louis's deep romantic affection, though their relationship… How this plays out →
M. de Kercadiou
family · positive
Kersain
social · positive
M. de Kercadiou
family · positive
Kersain
social · positive

André-Louis Moreau
Aline is the object of André-Louis's deep romantic affection, though their relationship is complicated by social barriers and misunderstandings.
M. de Kercadiou
M. de Kercadiou is Aline's uncle and guardian, with a protective but traditional relationship.
Kersain
Kersain is a friend and fellow aristocrat who socializes with Aline.
André-Louis Moreau
Aline is the object of André-Louis's deep romantic affection, though their relationship is complicated by social barriers and misunderstandings.
André-Louis Moreau
Aline is the object of André-Louis's deep romantic affection, though their relationship is complicated by social barriers and misunderstandings.
M. de Kercadiou
M. de Kercadiou is Aline's uncle and guardian, with a protective but traditional relationship.
Kersain
Kersain is a friend and fellow aristocrat who socializes with Aline.
M. de Kercadiou
M. de Kercadiou is Aline's uncle and guardian, with a protective but traditional relationship.
Kersain
Kersain is a friend and fellow aristocrat who socializes with Aline.

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In the story

Aline de Kercadiou appears across 18 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

II: The Aristocrat
The niece of M. de Kercadiou; walks on the terrace; receives the Marquis's visit and agrees to see him tomorrow; torn between ambition and her better self.
IX: The Aftermath
Meets André-Louis on the road, warns him of the danger, and offers her horse and help, but agrees not to involve the Marquis.
VIII: The Dream
Confronts André-Louis about his association with the theatre and Climène; expresses disdain for actresses and defends her own marriage plans.
IX: The Awakening
Seen in a box at the theatre with the Marquis; André-Louis's reputed left-handed cousin.
X: Contrition
Expresses outrage at the Marquis's infidelity and insists on breaking their engagement, using blunt language that shocks her aunt.
Book III: The Sword
André-Louis's love interest, caught between her affection for him and her loyalty to her class.
IV: Interlude
Delighted by the proximity to Paris and the heart of events; her presence helps her uncle tolerate the move.
V: At Meudon
Intervenes on André's behalf, follows him after his dismissal, and asks for the truth about the Feydau event.
Madame de Plougastel
Facilitates the reunion between André-Louis and Mme. de Plougastel, and later helps reconcile him with his godfather.
X: Torn Pride
Pleads with the Marquis to spare André-Louis; reveals her close bond with André-Louis, calling him almost a brother; angered by the Marquis's jealous question.
XI: The Returning Carriage
Visits André-Louis to beg him to avoid the duel, but is rebuffed; left numbed and horrified, convinced he is going to his death.
XII: Inferences
Observed by André-Louis after the duel; her distress at the Marquis's wound leads him to infer she loves the Marquis.
XIII: Towards the Climax
Refuses to receive the Marquis again; seen by André-Louis at the theatre but does not see him.
XIV: The Overwhelming Reason
The intended beneficiary of the safe-conduct; her rescue from Paris is the primary goal.
XV: Sanctuary
Waits with Mme. de Plougastel, observes the Marquis's arrival, and is present when André-Louis appears.
The Barrier
Witnesses the revelation and advises burning the safe-conducts to neutralize the threat.
Safe-Conduct
Present during the revelation; watches with wonder and commiseration.
Sunrise
Confronts André-Louis about his misunderstanding of her feelings, confessing that her love was always for him, not the Marquis.

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