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Marie Léonie

Mark's French wife, once his mistress, now his devoted nurse, who reads his silences and fears for him most when the sun goes down.

supporting

Also known as Marie Léonie Riotor, Lady Robinson, Marie

First appearance: The Last Post Part I

As a supporting figure in The Last Post, Marie Léonie is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Reads racing news to Mark, has a premonition about his death, and contemplates Valentine's precarious position.
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With Mark Tietjens (romantic): Devoted common-law wife who tenderly cares for the paralyzed Mark, embodying steadfast love and quiet sacrifice. With Christopher Tietjens (family): Affectionate brother-in-law…

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See Marie Léonie in The Last Post Part I

Character Web

24 connections

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MTMark TietjensSTSylvia TietjensLFLord FittleworthMDMr. de Bray PapeCTChristopher Ti…MLMarie Léonie

Relationship types

  • Romantic
  • Rivalry
  • Family
  • Other

Character groups

  • Tietjens family circle
  • Minor characters and background figures
  • Protagonist

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book.

SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

Sylvia’s direct proposal to the general—asking him to marry her if she divorces Christopher—represents the emo…

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Marie Léonie appears across 11 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

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