# James II — The Cruise of the Nona character guide

> James II in The Cruise of the Nona by Hilaire Belloc.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** James, the unfortunate James

**First appearance:** 0002-the-cruise-of-the-nona

## Who they are

Historical king, discussed in political and historical digressions.

## Relationships

### [The Narrator](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_cruise_of_the_nona_se/characters/the_narrator)

_rivalry_

The Narrator critically examines James II's reign and policies, viewing him as a flawed monarch whose actions led to downfall.

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