# Hester — Character guide

> Key figures in Hester by Margaret Oliphant.

- [Hester Vernon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/hester_se/characters/hester_vernon.md): The protagonist, a young woman navigating family and romance.
- [Catherine Vernon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/hester_se/characters/catherine_vernon.md): The formidable matriarch of the Vernon family.
- [Edward Vernon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/hester_se/characters/edward_vernon.md): A central male character, often the narrator or focal point.
- [Harry Vernon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/hester_se/characters/harry_vernon.md): A good-natured young Vernon family member.
- [John Vernon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/hester_se/characters/john_vernon.md): A Vernon family member, often referred to with his wife.
- [Emma Ashton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/hester_se/characters/emma_ashton.md): A persistent young woman and romantic rival.
- [Roland Ashton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/hester_se/characters/roland_ashton.md): A young man involved in the romantic entanglements.
- [Ellen Vernon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/hester_se/characters/ellen_vernon.md): A Vernon family member, often called Nell or Nelly.
- [Captain Morgan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/hester_se/characters/captain_morgan.md): An elderly captain and family friend or relation.
- [Mr. Mildmay Vernon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/hester_se/characters/mr_mildmay_vernon.md): A Vernon relative with a distinct presence.
- [Mr. Rule](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/hester_se/characters/mr_rule.md): A poor old man connected to the Vernon household.
- [Mr. Sellon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/hester_se/characters/mr_sellon.md): A minor character mentioned in the narrative.

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