# Sir Nicholas Beauvallet — Beauvallet character guide > Sir Nicholas Beauvallet in Beauvallet by Georgette Heyer. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Nick Beauvallet, Beauvallet, Mad Nick, Nicholas Beauvallet, Sir Nicholas, Mad Beauvallet, Mad Nicholas, El Beauvallet **First appearance:** 0001-beauvallet ## Snapshot A laughing English privateer who sails into the heart of Spain for love, wagering his neck on wit, daring, and sheer effrontery. ## Who they are Sir Nicholas Beauvallet — 'Mad Nick' to his crew — is a sea-captain of legendary nerve, heir to a line of reckless Beauvallets, and the terror of Spanish galleons. Capturing the Governor's daughter Doña Dominica, he loses his heart in a single voyage and vows to win her despite every law and border between them. His delight in danger and his refusal to admit impossibility drive the whole reckless enterprise, making him both the engine and the hazard of the tale. ## In the story ### [Beauvallet](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/beauvallet) The bold English privateer who captures the Santa Maria and becomes captivated by Dominica. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/i) Captures the Spanish galleon and boldly decides to take Don Manuel and Dominica aboard his ship, displaying his characteristic audacity and charm. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/ii) Hosts the supper, flirts with Dominica, and presents her with his dagger. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/iii) Teases Dominica, vows to make her an Englishwoman, and kisses her. Discusses Don Manuel's illness with Joshua. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/iv) Observes Dominica's flirtation with amusement, confronts her directly, kisses her, and later removes Joshua from Don Manuel's cabin. ### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/v) Plans to land in Spain without a fight, plays cards with Dominica, receives her ring, and kisses her before departing. ### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/vi) Returns to Alreston and declares his plan to go to Spain to marry Dominica, dismissing his brother's warnings. ### [VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/vii) Reveals his plan to fetch Dominica from Spain; visits court and meets with Drake and other seamen. ### [VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/viii) Travels to Paris to obtain a French pass, later kills a Guise scion and assumes his identity. ### [IX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/ix) Disguised as the Chevalier de Guise, he crosses into Spain, presents himself at court, and attends a party to gather information. ### [Chapter X](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/x) Beauvallet, disguised as the Chevalier de Guise, successfully gains entry to the Carvalho home but does not yet see Dominica. ### [Chapter XI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/xi) Disguised as the Chevalier de Guise, he dances with Dominica and arranges a secret nighttime meeting at her window. ### [XII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/xii) Enters Dominica's chamber secretly; reassures her, reveals his disguise as an envoy, and coordinates their escape to the coast. ### [XIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/xiii) Continues his reckless courtship of Dominica under the guise of the Chevalier de Guise, gathering intelligence and provoking Don Diego. ### [XIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/xiv) Present as the Chevalier de Guise; maintains a cool, mocking demeanor even when exposed by Perinat, and draws his sword to fight. ### [Chapter XV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/xv) Referenced as the daring pirate and lover; his courage and laughter are admired by Doña Beatrice. ### [XVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/xvii) Imprisoned but courteously treated, he observes Joshua from his window, interprets the pantomime, and begins planning a desperate escape. ### [XVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/xviii) Executes a clever escape from his prison cell by tricking his guards, overpowering them, and then subduing Don Cristobal de Porres. Disguises himself as the Governor and walks out of the building. ### [XIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/xix) Escapes from captivity, disguises himself as Don Cristobal de Porres, and rides north with Joshua Dimmock. ### [XXI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/xxi) Referenced by Don Diego as Dominica's supposed lover; Dominica's loyalty to him is a key point of contention. ### [XXII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/xxii) Leads the mad ride with ruthless determination, deduces Dominica's location from Beatrice, and physically carries Beatrice away when King's men arrive. ### [XXIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/xxiii) Leads the assault on the lodge, fights Don Diego and later Cruza, escapes on horseback. ### [XXIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/xxiv) Arrives at the inn after evading Spanish soldiers, reuniting with Dominica. ### [XXV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/xxv) Leads the escape, reassures Dominica, and arranges for their marriage aboard the Venture. ### [Epilogue](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/epilogue) Marries Dominica, returns to England, presents his bride to his family and to Queen Elizabeth I. ### [Pedigree of the House of Beauvallet](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/chapters/pedigree-of-the-house-of-beauvallet) Younger son of Henry, 6th Baron, noted for his daring spirit and astonishing exploits that disturbed his father's later years. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/characters/nick_beauvallet - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/beauvallet_se/characters