The Arrow of Gold · Character

Rose

A woman mentioned in the narrative, possibly connected to Blunt.

minor

Rose's tie to George is one of the pressures that moves The Arrow of Gold—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.

The maid, who unusually waits for the narrator, adding to the surreal atmosphere.

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With George (friendship): George and Rose share a close, loyal friendship, with Rose acting as a confidante and ally. With George (friendship): George and Rose share a close, loyal friendship, with Rose acting as a…

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Character Web

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Relationship types

Friendship
Other

Character groups

Core romantic intrigue
Protagonist
Political and social backdrop

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book.

Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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George
friendship · positive
George and Rose share a close, loyal friendship, with Rose acting as a confidante and… How this plays out →
George
friendship · positive
George and Rose share a close, loyal friendship, with Rose acting as a confidante and… How this plays out →

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Rose appears across 7 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

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The maid, who unusually waits for the narrator, adding to the surreal atmosphere.
IV
Rita's maid, who is defended by Rita against the narrator's criticism. She is mentioned as having seen the nobleman arriving at Rita's house.
V
Rita's servant, who announces Dominic's presence and later brings in the lamps, interrupting the intimate moment between Rita and the narrator.
I
Rita's former servant, mentioned in the story of how the dummy was made, as she muddled the measurements.
IV
Mentioned as having expressed fears about Ortega, adding to the narrator's concern.
V
Mentioned as having expressed concern for Rita's lack of friends, and as being sent away by Rita.
Second Note
The only companion of the two hermits in their rose-embowered hut, her reaction to their relationship is noted as uncertain.

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