The King in Yellow · Character
Valentine
A character in The Demoiselle d'Ys.
minor
First appearance: the demoiselle d ys
Valentine's tie to Clifford is one of the pressures that moves The King in Yellow—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
A pretty girl glimpsed by Hastings near the Convent, exchanging greetings with a young painter.
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With Clifford (friendship): Clifford and Valentine share a warm friendship, often collaborating on artistic projects and enjoying each other's company. With Clifford (friendship): Clifford and Valentine share a warm…
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13 connectionsA slice of how Valentine sits in the book — open the reader for the full interactive map.
Relationship types
- Friendship
- Other
Character groups
- Parisian and medieval women
- Parisian artists and models
- 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
This scene is the dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak of West’s simmering ra…
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- Clifford
friendship · positive
Clifford and Valentine share a warm friendship, often collaborating on artistic projects… How this plays out →
- Clifford
friendship · positive
Clifford and Valentine share a warm friendship, often collaborating on artistic projects… How this plays out →
- Clifford
friendship · positive
Clifford and Valentine share a warm friendship, often collaborating on artistic projects… How this plays out →
Relationship notes
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Valentine appears across 4 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
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