Castle Rackrent · Character

Miss Isabella

A stage-struck heiress who falls for Sir Condy at first sight, defies her family to marry him, and becomes the prize in a ruinous romantic gamble.

supporting

Also known as Bella, Bell

First appearance: castle rackrent

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The youngest daughter of Mr.

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Miss Isabella is the youngest daughter of old Mr. Moneygawl of Mount Juliet's Town, a wealthy family whose approval Sir Condy can ill afford to lose. She falls head over ears for him the first time her brother brings him to dinner, and her relations lock her in her chamber rather than permit the match — a defiance that only stiffens Sir Condy's resolve. Her infatuation collides with his lingering attachment to Judy McQuirk, setting up the romantic contest that shapes the estate's fortunes.

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Minor figures and early baronet
Rackrent family and servants
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Lady Rackrent
family · negative
Lady Rackrent is the mother-in-law of Miss Isabella, and their relationship is marked by… How this plays out →
Sir Condy Rackrent
romantic · negative
Lady Rackrent
family · negative
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Sir Condy Rackrent
romantic · negative

Lady Rackrent
Lady Rackrent is the mother-in-law of Miss Isabella, and their relationship is marked by Lady Rackrent's domineering and critical attitude toward Isabella.
Sir Condy Rackrent
Miss Isabella is Sir Condy's wife, and their marriage begins with romantic idealism but deteriorates into estrangement due to financial ruin and neglect.
Lady Rackrent
Lady Rackrent is the mother-in-law of Miss Isabella, and their relationship is marked by Lady Rackrent's domineering and critical attitude toward Isabella.
Sir Condy Rackrent
Miss Isabella is Sir Condy's wife, and their marriage begins with romantic idealism but deteriorates into estrangement due to financial ruin and neglect.

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History of Sir Conolly Rackrent

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