# When Charles the First Was King — Character guide

> Key figures in When Charles the First Was King by J. S. Fletcher.

- [Narrator](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/narrator.md): The first-person narrator and protagonist, a young man from a yeoman family in Yorkshire.
- [Ben Tuckett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/ben_tuckett.md): A loyal and honest servant to the narrator's family, deeply devoted and kind-hearted.
- [Rose Lisle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/rose_lisle.md): The beautiful and spirited daughter of Philip Lisle, beloved by the narrator.
- [Jack Drumbleforth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/jack_drumbleforth.md): The narrator's close friend and companion, a bold and adventurous young man.
- [Philip Lisle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/philip_lisle.md): A Royalist gentleman and father of Rose, a proud and honorable man.
- [Jacob Trusty](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/jacob_trusty.md): An old and faithful servant of the Lisle family, wise and protective.
- [Dennis Watson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/dennis_watson.md): A cunning and antagonistic neighbor, often causing trouble for the narrator.
- [Lucy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/lucy.md): A gentle and kind-hearted young woman, beloved by Ben Tuckett.
- [Will Dale](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/will_dale.md): A yeoman farmer and neighbor, a solid and reliable man.
- [Captain Ready](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/captain_ready.md): A dashing Royalist cavalry officer who becomes a key ally and friend.
- [Parson Drumbleforth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/parson_drumbleforth.md): The local clergyman and father of Jack, a learned and principled man.
- [Oliver Cromwell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/oliver_cromwell.md): The formidable Parliamentarian general, a key figure in the Civil War.
- [Rupert Watson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/rupert_watson.md): A wealthy and arrogant neighbor, a rival and antagonist to the narrator.
- [Master Lisle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/master_lisle.md): The father of Philip Lisle, an elderly and respected gentleman.
- [The Stranger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/the_stranger.md): A mysterious figure who appears late in the story with a crucial secret.
- [John Sanderson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/john_sanderson.md): A friend and fellow soldier fighting for the Royalist cause.
- [Old Deborah](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/old_deborah.md): An elderly servant woman, wise in domestic matters.
- [Prince Rupert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/prince_rupert.md): The dashing Royalist cavalry commander, nephew of King Charles I.
- [Master Nicholas Pratt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/master_nicholas_pratt.md): A local merchant and magistrate, a figure of authority.
- [Master Geoffrey Oldthwaite](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/master_geoffrey_oldthwaite.md): An elderly and respected neighbor, a friend to the narrator's family.
- [Sir Thomas Fairfax](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/sir_thomas_fairfax.md): The commander-in-chief of the Parliamentarian army.
- [Colonel Cotterel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/colonel_cotterel.md): A Royalist officer commanding a garrison at Pontefract Castle.
- [Caesar](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/caesar.md): Philip Lisle's magnificent and loyal horse.
- [Colonel Morrice](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/colonel_morrice.md): A Royalist officer involved in the defense of Pontefract Castle.
- [Dr. Parsons](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/dr_parsons.md): A learned clergyman and physician, a friend of Parson Drumbleforth.
- [Tom Gascoyne](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/tom_gascoyne.md): A young man from the neighborhood, a friend of the narrator.
- [Lord Newcastle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/lord_newcastle.md): A prominent Royalist commander in the north of England.
- [Lawyer Hook](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/lawyer_hook.md): A local lawyer involved in legal matters.
- [Sir William Lowther](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/sir_william_lowther.md): A local Royalist gentleman and landowner.
- [Black Phil](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/black_phil.md): A servant or worker on the Lisle estate.
- [Mr. William Shakespeare](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/mr_william_shakespeare.md): The famous playwright, quoted or referenced by characters.
- [Thomas Thorpe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/thomas_thorpe.md): A local man, possibly a servant or tradesman.
- [Colonel Eury](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/colonel_eury.md): A Parliamentarian officer at the siege of Pontefract.
- [Master Gregory](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/master_gregory.md): A local man, possibly a schoolmaster or clergyman.
- [Earl of Leven](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/earl_of_leven.md): The commander of the Scottish Covenanter army.
- [Dorothy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/dorothy.md): A servant or young woman in the household.
- [Mr. John Hampden](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/when_charles_the_first_was_king_se/characters/mr_john_hampden.md): A prominent Parliamentarian politician, mentioned as a historical figure.

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