Rose Lisle

Narrator

Rose Lisle is a romantic interest and source of deep emotional conflict for the narrator, caught between loyalty and desire.

Lucy

Lucy and Rose Lisle share a complex friendship, bound by affection but strained by their mutual connection to the narrator.

Jack Drumbleforth

Jack Drumbleforth and Rose Lisle are acquaintances, interacting within the same social circles but without deep connection.

Earl of Leven

The Earl of Leven is Rose Lisle's father or close guardian, concerned with her welfare and marriage prospects.

Jacob Trusty

Jacob Trusty and Rose Lisle are acquaintances, interacting through their mutual connection to the narrator.

Narrator

Rose Lisle is a romantic interest and source of deep emotional conflict for the narrator, caught between loyalty and desire.

Narrator

Rose Lisle is a romantic interest and source of deep emotional conflict for the narrator, caught between loyalty and desire.

Lucy

Lucy and Rose Lisle share a complex friendship, bound by affection but strained by their mutual connection to the narrator.

Lucy

Lucy and Rose Lisle share a complex friendship, bound by affection but strained by their mutual connection to the narrator.

Jack Drumbleforth

Jack Drumbleforth and Rose Lisle are acquaintances, interacting within the same social circles but without deep connection.

Earl of Leven

The Earl of Leven is Rose Lisle's father or close guardian, concerned with her welfare and marriage prospects.

Jack Drumbleforth

Jack Drumbleforth and Rose Lisle are acquaintances, interacting within the same social circles but without deep connection.

Of My First Meeting with Rose Lisle

A little girl from near London who finds Will after his fall and tells him her name and that she will soon leave.

Of Philip Lisle and His Good Horse Caesar

Philip Lisle's daughter; befriends Will, shares stories about her father, and gives him a primrose.

Of My Second Meeting with Rose Lisle

Now a tall, stately maiden; stays at Dale's Field with Will's family.

XII: Of the First Tidings of War

A guest at Dale's Field; she helps Will's mother and later dances with Will, drawing admiration from Jack and Ben.

Of the Events Which Followed

Living at Dale's Field, she wins the hearts of Will and his mother; Will watches her gather apples in the orchard.

Of Jack’s Letters from the Seat of War

Reads Jack's letter aloud to the assembled group; is described as looking 'mighty pretty'.

Of the Remarkable Conduct of Dennis Watson

Stays with the Dales; accepts a ride from Dennis Watson; defends Lucy against Will's reproach and challenges his views on enmity.

Of the Meeting in the Woods

Rallies Will on his silence after church and later notices his restless demeanor.

Of Certain Joyful Events

Will's beloved; intervenes in the duel and confesses her love for Will.

Of Jack Drumbleforth's Return Home

Mentioned by Will as the object of his love; not physically present in the chapter.

Of the Coming Near of War

Troubled about her father Philip's absence and the approaching war.

Of My Ride with the Despatches

Walks with Will in the meadows; waits with him by the road; helps tend the wounded Captain Trevor.

Of the Departure of Captain Trevor

Nurses Captain Trevor and spends time with him in the orchard; reassures Will of her love.

Of the Second Siege of Pontefract Castle

Present in the kitchen scene, teases Ben about being afraid of bullets.

Of the Evil News from Dale's Field

Mentioned as having been lured away by a false message claiming her father is dying.

Of Our Ride in Search of Rose

The abducted beloved, reported seen with a cavalier near Sheffield.

Of Our Adventure in Derbyshire

The object of the search; Will and Philip seek news of her.

Of Our Fortunate Meeting with Captain Trevor

Thought of by Will in his moment of desperation.

XXXVI: Of the End of Our Search

The kidnapped young lady; her location is disclosed by the innkeeper.

Of Our Visit to Castle Hill

Rescued and recounts her abduction by Dennis Watson's men using a forged letter.

Of the Surrender of Pontefract Castle

Walks with Will around his farm at Dale's Field.

Of the Death of Philip Lisle

Prepares for wedding, receives news of her father's death with sorrow.

Of Our Imprisonment in Pontefract Castle

Grieves her father's death; comforts Jack and learns the details of Philip Lisle's death.

Of My Journey to London

First to recognize Will; expresses concern over his worn appearance; present at the reunion.

Of the Fate of Dennis Watson

Will's beloved; he resolves to marry her immediately upon returning home.

Of Our Preparations for the Wedding

Pleading with Will to listen to the Vicar and forgive, showing her love and concern.

Of My Last Meeting with Rupert Watson

Will's betrothed; walks with him in the evening and attends church.

How the Bells Rang Out at Darrington

The bride; marries Will Dale, becomes mistress of Dale's Field.