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This page is about the book character. For the Netflix character, see John Stirling

John Stirling is the first husband of Francesca Stirling.

History[]

On Tuesday, the day of his death, John complained about a headache he'd had all day. He declined laudanum as he had a meeting, later in the evening. He was found dead by his wife and cousin, Michael. They got back home from a stroll and went to wake him up for the meeting.

Personality[]

Relationships[]

Romantic[]

Francesca Bridgerton[]

He was married to Francesca for two years until his death. Following his death, his wife revealed she was pregnant but later she sadly miscarried.

Familial[]

Michael Stirling[]

He and his cousin Michael saw each other more like brothers than cousins. They were raised alongside one another and knew each other completely.

Friendships[]

Professional[]

Career[]

Notes and Trivia[]

  • His father and Michael's father were twins, his father being the older one and thus becoming the heir apparent to the earldom of Kilmartin.
  • The author's note states he died of a cerebral aneurysm.
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