# Gilberte des Aubels — The Revolt of the Angels character guide

> Gilberte des Aubels in The Revolt of the Angels by Anatole France.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Gilberte, des Aubels

**First appearance:** 0000-i

## Snapshot

A young married woman conducting a discreet affair with Maurice, whose quick instincts shape who gets access to his sickroom.

## Who they are

Gilberte des Aubels is a young married woman of Maurice's social circle, carrying on an affair with him while keeping up appearances. When Maurice is wounded and visitors crowd to his flat, it is at her vehement instigation that Arcade shuts the door on Madame de la Verdelière — a small sign of how much influence she holds over the household and over Maurice himself. Her presence grounds the novel's celestial drama in ordinary Parisian intrigue, and her jealousy and practicality make her a quiet counterweight to the angels' grand abstractions.

## In the story

### [VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_revolt_of_the_angels_se/chapters/viii)

Attends Madame d'Esparvieu's gathering; agrees to a library tour with Maurice; kisses him and later witnesses Sariette's distress.

### [IX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_revolt_of_the_angels_se/chapters/ix)

Arrives late to the rendezvous, makes excuses, then mentions a pearl and sapphire bracelet; later sees a terrifying figure in the room.

### [The Angel's Confession](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_revolt_of_the_angels_se/chapters/x)

Present during the revelation, repeatedly asks Arcade to leave but is ignored; shows discomfort at the situation.

### [XI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_revolt_of_the_angels_se/chapters/xi)

Madame des Aubels, caught in a compromising situation, interacts with Arcade and dresses in his presence.

### [XIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_revolt_of_the_angels_se/chapters/xiv)

Remembered by Arcade with desire; her charm troubles him.

### [Chapter XV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_revolt_of_the_angels_se/chapters/xv)

Meets Maurice for a rendezvous but feels neglected; she is uneasy about the idea of her guardian angel watching her.

### [XVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_revolt_of_the_angels_se/chapters/xvi)

Maurice asks her for a talisman; she confesses the angel's indiscretions, sparking Maurice's jealousy.

### [XXVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_revolt_of_the_angels_se/chapters/xxvii)

Mentioned as still annoyed with Arcade for his forward behavior; her scent is remembered by Arcade.

### [Chapter XXIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_revolt_of_the_angels_se/chapters/xxix)

Succumbs to Arcade's advances, is discovered by Maurice, and leaves with dignity after the confrontation.

### [The Wounded Angel and the Skeptical World](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_revolt_of_the_angels_se/chapters/xxx)

Visits Maurice, denies betrayal, then admits it to please him.

### [XXXII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_revolt_of_the_angels_se/chapters/xxxii)

Accompanies Maurice and Arcade on a drive to the Bois; enjoys a peaceful, innocent outing.

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