The Empyrean · Character
Caroline Ashton
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 17
Caroline Ashton is a minor character in The Empyrean, first appearing in Fourth Wing (Book 1).
- Gender
- female
- Age
- young adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 17
- Books
- 1
Caroline Ashton is a first-year rider who bonds Gleann after the dragon’s previous rider dies. She is seen under Jack Barlowe’s arm.
Description
Caroline Ashton is described as a young woman rider.
Connections
Friends & mentorsRivals

Violet Sorrengailfellow cadet
Caroline is a fellow first-year who bonds Gleann after his previous rider dies during flight training. Their connection is indirect, reflecting the ongoing competition between bonded riders and the unbonded.
Story so far
BOOK 1Fourth Wing
Appearances
Next stop
In Book 1
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