# Darling — Short Fiction character guide

> Darling in Short Fiction by Daphne du Maurier.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0006-indiscretion

## Who they are

A character referred to as Darling, possibly a nickname or term of endearment.

## In the story

### [A Man of Straw](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_12_se/chapters/a-man-of-straw)

The young woman (18) with whom Marlow has an affair at Beachcomb; he writes her a farewell letter and ends the relationship.

### [Frustration](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_12_se/chapters/frustration)

The affectionate term used between the husband and wife throughout the chapter.

## Links

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