Women · Character
Janusz
A handsome rider who follows a woman into the woods to argue, he mistakes the heat of pursuit for the depth of feeling.
supporting
Also known as Latterly Janusz
First appearance: i ice plains
As a supporting figure in Women, Janusz is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Martha's brother; now married with four sons, has grown fat and common, and occasionally carouses with Witold.
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With Martha (romantic): Janusz is secretly in love with Martha, but she sees him only as a friend. With Witold (friendship): Janusz and Witold are friends, but Janusz harbors jealousy over Witold's romantic success.
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Relationship types
- Romantic
- Friendship
- Other
Character groups
- Academic and acquaintances
- Minor social circle
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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Follow the arc while readingRelationships
- Martha
romantic · ambivalent
Janusz is secretly in love with Martha, but she sees him only as a friend. How this plays out →
- Witold
friendship · ambivalent
- Janka Dernowicz
friendship · positive
- Janka Dernowicz
friendship · positive
- Martha
romantic · ambivalent
Janusz is secretly in love with Martha, but she sees him only as a friend. How this plays out →
Relationship notes
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Janusz appears across 1 companion beat. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
Chapter companion notes
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