Frank Castlewood

Henry Esmond

Frank Castlewood is Henry's beloved younger half-brother and close companion, though Henry secretly knows Frank is the true heir to the title.

Lord Mohun

Frank Castlewood is a rival to Lord Mohun, partly due to Mohun's involvement in his father's death and his pursuit of Beatrix.

Beatrix Esmond

Beatrix and Frank Castlewood are siblings, with a bond of affection but also rivalry over status and Henry's attention.

Lady Castlewood

Frank Castlewood is Lady Castlewood's son, and their relationship is loving but marked by her protective concern for his inheritance.

Henry Esmond

Frank Castlewood is Henry's beloved younger half-brother and close companion, though Henry secretly knows Frank is the true heir to the title.

Henry Esmond

Frank Castlewood is Henry's beloved younger half-brother and close companion, though Henry secretly knows Frank is the true heir to the title.

Lady Castlewood

Frank Castlewood is Lady Castlewood's son, and their relationship is loving but marked by her protective concern for his inheritance.

Beatrix Esmond

Beatrix and Frank Castlewood are siblings, with a bond of affection but also rivalry over status and Henry's attention.

Lord Mohun

Frank Castlewood is a rival to Lord Mohun, partly due to Mohun's involvement in his father's death and his pursuit of Beatrix.

Lord Mohun

Frank Castlewood is a rival to Lord Mohun, partly due to Mohun's involvement in his father's death and his pursuit of Beatrix.

Beatrix Esmond

Beatrix and Frank Castlewood are siblings, with a bond of affection but also rivalry over status and Henry's attention.

Lady Castlewood

Frank Castlewood is Lady Castlewood's son, and their relationship is loving but marked by her protective concern for his inheritance.

The History of Henry Esmond

The young Viscount Castlewood, son of the late Lord Castlewood, who becomes Henry's companion.

An Account of the Family of Esmond of Castlewood Hall

The new Viscount, who laughs at the scene but welcomes Henry and invites him to supper.

II: Relates How Francis, Fourth Viscount, Arrives at Castlewood

The rival cousin who rejected Isabel's suit, served in Tangier, and now has a flourishing family at Court, including a daughter and another child on the way.

I Am Left at Castlewood an Orphan, and Find Most Kind Protectors There

The little son of Lord and Lady Castlewood, crowing on his mother's arm as she watches her husband ride away.

VIII: After Good Fortune Comes Evil

The young Viscount who was on Henry's lap after Henry had been with the sick child.

IX: I Have the Smallpox, and Prepare to Leave Castlewood

Also suffers from smallpox but recovers without scarring.

X: I Go to Cambridge, and Do but Little Good There

Accompanies Henry to Cambridge, introduces him to the Dowager Lady Castlewood, and leaves him at the university with kind words.

I Come Home for a Holiday to Castlewood, and Find a Skeleton in the House

Growing to resemble his father; tells Esmond about his boxing match; saved from fire by Esmond as a child.

My Lord Mohun Comes Among Us for No Good

Described as a handsome, high-spirited, brave lad, generous and kind; at war with his sister Beatrix and adoring his mother.

Book II: Contains Mr. Esmond’s Military Life, and Other Matters Appertaining to the Esmond Family

Member of the Castlewood family, involved in military and family matters.

I: I Am in Prison, and Visited, but Not Consoled There

Mentioned as the innocent boy who would be harmed if Esmond revealed the secret; Esmond resolves to protect him.

II: I Come to the End of My Captivity, but Not of My Trouble

Mentioned as the young Viscount Castlewood, born in the same year as the Prince of Wales.

IV: Recapitulations

Young Francis is the undisputed owner of the Castlewood estate and title, as Henry chooses not to press his claim.

VI: The 29th December

Now Viscount Castlewood, grown into a noble-looking youth; eagerly embraces Henry and invites him home.

VII: I Am Made Welcome at Walcote

The young Viscount is lively and talkative, teasing his sister about her suitor and expressing pride in the family's ancient lineage. He drinks wine like a lord and discusses military ambitions.

VIII: Family Talk

Boasts of his family status and plans to restore Castlewood; hints at Beatrix's potential marriage to Lord Blandford.

IX: I Make the Campaign of 1704

At Cambridge; his hopes for Beatrix's advancement are dashed by Blandford's death.

X: An Old Story About a Fool and a Woman

Young Lord Castlewood, ensign and lieutenant in the Duke of Ormond's regiment, is celebrated for his good looks and charm; favored by the Dowager and Duchess.

XII: I Get a Company in the Campaign of 1706

Young Viscount; fights bravely at Ramillies, captures a French order, and is unharmed; sings with fellow officers after the battle.

I Meet an Old Acquaintance in Flanders, and Find My Mother's Grave and My Own Cradle There

Mentioned as having served his first campaign in the Guard this year.

General Webb Wins the Battle of Wynendael

Absent due to military duty in Brussels, but his letter reveals the duel with Mohun, prompting the family's gratitude.

Book III: Containing the End of Mr. Esmond’s Adventures in England

Viscount Castlewood, Henry's friend and brother figure.

I: I Come to an End of My Battles and Bruises

Serves in the campaign, escapes unhurt at Oudenarde; nurses Esmond devotedly after his wound, then goes to Bruxelles for winter pleasures.

II: I Go Home, and Harp on the Old String

Married Mademoiselle de Wertheim in Brussels; writes to Esmond to break the news and ask for rents.

Beatrix's New Suitor

Mentioned as the brother who will give Beatrix away at the wedding.

VII: I Visit Castlewood Once More

Mentioned as the son whose return his mother eagerly awaited, and as the one to play a role in Esmond's scheme.

VIII: I Travel to France and Bring Home a Portrait of Rigaud

Found in Brussels, married to Clotilda, and enthusiastically supports Esmond's plan, especially as it allows him to escape his in-laws.

The Original of the Portrait Comes to England

Assists in the deception, speaking with a foreign accent, and confides his unease about the scheme to Esmond.

We Entertain a Very Distinguished Guest at Kensington

Bluntly suggests that Beatrix should be elsewhere during the Prince's stay, showing his straightforward nature.

XI: Our Guest Quits Us as Not Being Hospitable Enough

Defends the family's honor against the Prince's accusations and supports Beatrix's removal.

A Great Scheme, and Who Balked It

Acts as Esmond's aide-de-camp, delivers the fatal note from Beatrix, and helps rally the troops.

XIII: August 1st, 1714

Rides with Esmond to Castlewood, witnesses the confrontation, and is told he is now lord by right.

Endnotes

Lord Castlewood is mentioned as being irritated by Lady Castlewood's sending money to King James, and appeased by a Marquis's title.