# Marguerite Blakeney — The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel character guide > Marguerite Blakeney in The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Marguerite, Lady Blakeney, Marguerite St. Just **First appearance:** 0000-i-the-everlasting-stars-look-down-like-glistening-eyes-bright-with-immortal-pity-over-the-lot-of-man ## Snapshot The clever, brave wife of Sir Percy Blakeney, who must hide her anguish behind a sparkling social facade while her husband risks his life. ## Who they are Marguerite is the brilliant French-born wife of the foppish Sir Percy, and the only person outside the League who knows the Scarlet Pimpernel's true identity. She endures the agony of secrecy, maintaining a lively, flirtatious public persona while her heart aches with fear for her husband. Her courage and quick wit make her a vital anchor for the League and a target for its enemies. ## Relationships ### [Sir Percy Blakeney](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/sir_percy_blakeney) _romantic_ Marguerite and Sir Percy are married, sharing a deep love and partnership in his secret identity as the Scarlet Pimpernel. ### [Citizen Chauvelin](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/citizen_chauvelin) _rivalry_ Chauvelin suspects Marguerite of aiding the Scarlet Pimpernel and regards her as a cunning adversary. ### [Bertrand Moncrif](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/bertrand_moncrif) _friendship_ Bertrand and Marguerite share a friendly alliance, often working together to aid the Scarlet Pimpernel's cause. ### [Theresia Cabarrus](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/theresia_cabarrus) _friendship_ Marguerite and Theresia are close friends and confidantes, united by their opposition to the Terror. ### [Citizen Chauvelin](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/citizen_chauvelin) _rivalry_ Chauvelin suspects Marguerite of aiding the Scarlet Pimpernel and regards her as a cunning adversary. ### [Theresia Cabarrus](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/theresia_cabarrus) _friendship_ Marguerite and Theresia are close friends and confidantes, united by their opposition to the Terror. ### [Bertrand Moncrif](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/bertrand_moncrif) _friendship_ Bertrand and Marguerite share a friendly alliance, often working together to aid the Scarlet Pimpernel's cause. ### [Citizen Chauvelin](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/citizen_chauvelin) _rivalry_ Chauvelin suspects Marguerite of aiding the Scarlet Pimpernel and regards her as a cunning adversary. ### [Theresia Cabarrus](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/theresia_cabarrus) _friendship_ Marguerite and Theresia are close friends and confidantes, united by their opposition to the Terror. ### [Sir Percy Blakeney](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/sir_percy_blakeney) _romantic_ Marguerite and Sir Percy are married, sharing a deep love and partnership in his secret identity as the Scarlet Pimpernel. ## In the story ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Mentioned as cousin to St. Just and wife of Sir Percy Blakeney, but not present. ### [The Fisherman's Rest](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xiii-the-fisherman-s-rest) Described as Sir Percy's exquisite wife, who finds solace in his arms after days of anxiety and terror for his safety. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iv) Mentioned as waiting for Sir Percy on the pier and walking off with him; described as his adored wife. ### [The Nest](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xv-the-nest) Waits for Percy at the cottage, listens to his stories, and feels a vague dread after the arrival of a strange woman. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Awaiting Sir Percy at their secret cottage; experiences rapture and anxiety during their reunion. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Sitting with Sir Percy; recognizes Chauvelin's voice; follows Sir Percy to the porch; left to deal with the rescued woman. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iii) Offers kindness and shelter to the stranger, learns her story, and arranges for her travel to London. ### [A Lover of Sport](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xvi-a-lover-of-sport) Marguerite is mentioned as Lady Blakeney, whom Theresia contrasts with her former self, Marguerite St. Just, suggesting she would understand Theresia's story better. ### [A Rencontre](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xix-a-rencontre) Enduring the pain of separation from Sir Percy, she maintains a social mask and finds comfort in the League's company. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Endures the pain of farewells and maintains a social facade of indifference toward her husband. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Maintains a cheerful role despite inner anxiety and heartache. ### [Of Madame de Fontenay](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iii) Narrator's perspective; she feels antipathy toward Theresia and avoids her. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iv) Strolls through the grounds and meets Theresia by the pond; shares news of the de Serval family. ### [Departure](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xx-departure) Agrees to help Bertrand Moncrif pursue Régine and Jacques; later drugged and bound by Bertrand during the coach journey. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Agrees to help Bertrand Moncrif intercept Régine and Jacques de Serval in Dover. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Reflects on the de Serval family's troubles and worries that Bertrand and Jacques's folly will again endanger the Scarlet Pimpernel. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iii) Drugged and bound by Bertrand Moncrif during the coach journey. ### [Memories](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xxi-memories) The protagonist, kidnapped and bound, enduring a brutal journey from England to France. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) The protagonist, bound and helpless in a coach, recalling past ordeals. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) The captive protagonist, enduring the journey by coach and boat, blindfolded and bound, yet maintaining her dignity. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iii) The protagonist, captured and transported to Paris, enduring physical and emotional suffering. ### [XXII: Waiting](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xxii-waiting) Held prisoner in a comfortable apartment, she experiences anxiety and dread as she waits, realizing she is being used as a decoy for her husband. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) The protagonist, imprisoned in a comfortable apartment, struggling with uncertainty and fear. ### [The Decoy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Held prisoner as a decoy, she feels dread and loathing toward Chauvelin but remains outwardly composed. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Abducted and incarcerated as a decoy to capture the Scarlet Pimpernel. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Mentioned as the captive held to lure the Scarlet Pimpernel. ### [Four Days](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xxv-four-days) The hostage prisoner upstairs, threatened with execution in four days if the Scarlet Pimpernel is not captured. ### [A Dream](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xxvi-a-dream) Referenced as the prisoner upstairs and the object of Sir Percy's love; Theresia is urged to seek her forgiveness. ### [XXVIII: In the Meanwhile](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xxviii-in-the-meanwhile) Imprisoned and isolated, she receives a mysterious message about her husband and endures daily terror of Chauvelin's presence outside her door. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Imprisoned and suffering mental agony, cut off from news of her husband, she dreams of Richmond and her beloved. ### [The Close of the Second Day](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xxix-the-close-of-the-second-day) Imprisoned in the Rue de la Planchette, she overhears Chauvelin's order to shoot her if the spy is not caught by the fourth day. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Listens from behind a closed door and reacts with a smothered cry upon hearing the order. ### [The Whirlwind](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xxxiv-the-whirlwind) Imprisoned in an attic, she prays and listens to the chaos outside, fearing for her husband's life. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Imprisoned in the attic, she listens desperately to the sounds and voices of her jailers, praying for her husband. ### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/v) Imprisoned and awaiting execution, she prays for courage and fears for her husband's safety. ### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/vi) Saved from execution; reunited with Percy; horrified by his branded arm but kisses it. ### [VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/vii) Concealed with her husband in the Rue de l'Anier, she hears the jubilant city but remains hidden. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/marguerite_blakeney - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters