Scaramouche · Character

M. de Kercadiou

André-Louis's gentle, conservative godfather, whose hot anger at his ward's politics dissolves into dread the moment he learns a duel has been arranged with the Marquis.

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Also known as de Kercadiou, Kercadiou, Quintin de Kercadiou, Uncle Quintin

First appearance: Book I: The Robe

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André-Louis's godfather and the Seigneur of Gavrillac, who disapproves of his revolutionary activities.

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Quintin de Kercadiou presides over Gavrillac with the ease of a nobleman who believes his class owes everything and should be owed everything in return, and he writes his godson a letter of wounded indignation. Yet the fundamental kindliness beneath his temper surfaces the instant La Tour d'Azyr calmly predicts the young man's death, and his affection for André-Louis overwhelms his outrage. His torn loyalties between class and kin make him a barometer of the world the Revolution is about to break.

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Household and Local Allies
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Nobles and Revolutionaries

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André-Louis Moreau
family · ambivalent
Aline de Kercadiou
family · positive
André-Louis Moreau
family · ambivalent
André-Louis Moreau
family · ambivalent
Aline de Kercadiou
family · positive
Aline de Kercadiou
family · positive

André-Louis Moreau
M. de Kercadiou is André-Louis's uncle and guardian, though their relationship is strained by André-Louis's rebellious nature.
Aline de Kercadiou
M. de Kercadiou is Aline's uncle and guardian, with a protective but traditional relationship.
André-Louis Moreau
M. de Kercadiou is André-Louis's uncle and guardian, though their relationship is strained by André-Louis's rebellious nature.
André-Louis Moreau
M. de Kercadiou is André-Louis's uncle and guardian, though their relationship is strained by André-Louis's rebellious nature.
Aline de Kercadiou
M. de Kercadiou is Aline's uncle and guardian, with a protective but traditional relationship.
Aline de Kercadiou
M. de Kercadiou is Aline's uncle and guardian, with a protective but traditional relationship.

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M. de Kercadiou appears across 14 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

Book I: The Robe
André-Louis's godfather and the Seigneur of Gavrillac, who disapproves of his revolutionary activities.
The Republican
André-Louis's godfather; Philippe plans to appeal to him for justice.
II: The Aristocrat
Seigneur de Gavrillac; rustic and unpretentious; permits the Marquis to pay homage to Aline; invites André-Louis and Philippe to dine.
The Lord of Gavrillac
The Seigneur de Gavrillac, André-Louis's godfather, is torn between his affection for his godson and his desire to avoid conflict with the Marquis de La Tour d'Azyr.
IX: The Aftermath
Mentioned as angry with André-Louis for betraying his trust, but does not want him hanged.
III: President Le Chapelier
André-Louis's godfather; his estate Gavrillac is believed safe due to his sympathy with the people.
IV: Interlude
Has moved to Meudon, occupying his brother's villa; is uneasy with the luxurious surroundings and misses his agrarian life.
V: At Meudon
Hostile and unforgiving towards André, blaming him for the burning of La Tour d'Azyr and his own discomfort in Meudon.
Madame de Plougastel
Reluctantly forgives André-Louis after being persuaded by Mme. de Plougastel and Aline, and visits him at his fencing academy.
X: Torn Pride
Distressed by the impending duel; groans in despair; believes André-Louis will be killed.
XI: The Returning Carriage
Writes a stern letter to André-Louis, threatening to disown him if he proceeds with the duel.
XIII: Towards the Climax
Receives the Marquis at Meudon but conveys Aline's unalterable resolve; exchanges distant bows with André-Louis.
XIV: The Overwhelming Reason
Initially hostile but desperate, he pleads for André-Louis's help and reveals the secret of André-Louis's parentage.
Sunrise
Emerges from the library to find André-Louis and Aline holding hands, witnessing their reconciliation.

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