The Maid of Sker · Character

Captain Rodney Bluett

A young naval lieutenant of good family and easy manners, who dines at the captain's table and finds his future tangled with a girl from the shore.

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Also known as Rodney, young Rodney, the Honourable Rodney Bluett, Captain Bluett, Lieutenant Bluett

First appearance: the maid of sker

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Lady Bluett's younger son, about ten years old, who loves fishing with Davy but has been kept away by his family.

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XIX: A Craft Beyond the Law
Lady Bluett's younger son, about ten years old, who loves fishing with Davy but has been kept away by his family.
XLI: The Right Man in the Right Place
Captain of the Alcestis; supports the carronade and has confidence in Davy.
The Little Maid, and the Midshipman
Eager to join the Navy, he visits Davy and later secures a midshipman appointment.
XLV: Introduces a Real Hero
Recruited by Davy as a fine recruit; appointed 3rd lieutenant to the Boadicea.
After Seven Years
The Captain, deeply troubled by his brother's betrayal, is seen walking sadly and muttering to himself.
Great March of Intellect
Engages Davy's boat for a day's pleasure, invites Bunny to join, and is pursued by a young lady.
Beating Up for the Navy
A junior lieutenant passed over for the recruiting berth; noted as not speaking Welsh.
Taming of the Savages
Rodney Bluett, the second lieutenant, takes the boy Harry under his special care, teaching him reading, writing, and other skills.
In a Rocky Bower
Now a commander, he comes to the cove to see Bardie, and they exchange playful banter and a promise of marriage.
LXI: A Savage Deed
Commands the frigate Leader; praised for his bravery during the battle and facilitates Jack Wildman's confession.
LXII: A Rash Young Captain
Brings news of Harry Savage's promotion and Jack Wildman's confession; then rushes to Candleston Court to see Miss Delushy.
LXV: So Does Poor Old Davy
Serves as skipper of the old boat during the crossing and confirms Davy's opinion on the boat's foreign build.
Dog Eats Dog
Determined to horsewhip Parson Chowne for slandering the Bampfylde family; leads the confrontation.
The Old Pitcher at the Well Again
Present at the gathering after Chowne's death, befriended by Parson Rambone.

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