The protagonist in Rob Roy is Francis Osbaldistone not the title character! Francis a spoiled son of a rich London businessman,who would rather write poetry than work for his father.
- Sent to his uncles estate as punishment in northern England, bordering simmering Scotland.
- He soon becomes involved in a feud with his cousin Rashleigh (youngest and smartest of six brothers!).
- If they arent recovered, the family will be ruined!
- Osbaldistone finally wakes up and seeks the help of Rob Roy.
- He is a notorious outlaw.
- The bloody conclusion occurs at Osbaldistone Hall.
A woman Diana is the main reason.This being 1715 a revolt soon brakes out, Rashleigh steals important papers from Franciss father.
