The Honourable Carrington Starling, 9th Baron Hartwood Regis, was born on the 20th June, 1785, to the 8th Baron Hartwood Regis (Lord Ambrose Starling), and Baroness Hartwood Regis (Lady Honorée Starling, née Blanchard). Carrington has always been of a rather delicate constitution, and is more often than not, can be found confined to bed. As a result of this, the 9th Baron is rarely seen at social events and has quite a substantial library at home. Carrington is interested in knowing everything that happens in the world outside the Starling estate, but is most knowledgable on topics concerning literature and the arts.