Short Fiction · Character
Charles Marston
The younger Marston son, handsome and quick-fisted, who inherits Gylingden Hall and the bitter feud with his elder brother that comes with it.
supporting
Also known as Charlie
First appearance: Squire Toby's Will
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The younger, handsome son who inherits Gylingden Hall after suppressing a deed; plagued by guilt and supernatural dreams.
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Charles Marston grew up in the rough, hard-drinking atmosphere of Gylingden Hall, where quarrels were settled with blows and the old Squire's favour was won by nerve. When the will passes over his elder brother Scroope…
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See Charles Marston in Squire Toby's Will