Laurent Character Analysis in Twilight

Laurent is a vampire who travels in James’s coven. Though he acts like the leader of the coven when he first meets the Cullens, he later reveals that this was entirely a ruse. Though Laurent feeds on humans, he expresses curiosity and interest in the Cullens’ way of life. Ultimately, he’s unwilling to join the Cullens and fight James, so he heads north to another vegetarian vampire settlement in Denali, Alaska.

Laurent Character Timeline in Twilight

The timeline below shows where the character Laurent appears in Twilight. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance.

...enough, Bella can see that their eyes are burgundy. The dark-haired man introduces himself as Laurent, and his companions as Victoria and James. Carlisle introduces his family, including Bella. Laurent asks... (full context)

Laurent asks Carlisle what his hunting range is, and Carlisle says they hunt in the nearby... (full context)

...in response. Chills run down Bella’s spine. Carlisle says that Bella is with them, and Laurent asks if Bella is a “snack.” James only backs down when Emmett moves closer to... (full context)

...them up and burn the pieces. He notes that Victoria might fight alongside James, but Laurent is just with the other two for convenience. (full context)

...Bella out of the truck the moment it stops and carries her into the house. Laurent is there, and Emmett growls at the sight of him. Edward announces that James is... (full context)

Laurent says the Cullens’ way of life intrigues him, but he’s not going to fight James.... (full context)