No, he was not as handsome as poor Wrotham, whose dark, stormy beauty troubled her dreams a little. Wrotham was a romantic figure, particularly when his black locks were disheveled through his clutching them in despair.
In Georgette Heyer's "Friday's Child," the narrator reflects on the contrasting appearances of two characters, Wrotham and another unnamed figure. Wrotham, with his dark and tempestuous beauty, captivates the narrator's imagination and even haunts her dreams. His striking looks, especially when his hair appears tousled due to his emotional turmoil, add a sense of drama to his character.
The comparison emphasizes Wrotham's romantic allure, suggesting that while the other character may possess certain attractive qualities, he cannot compete with the intense, brooding presence that Wrotham embodies. This creates a captivating dynamic between the characters and hints at deeper emotional conflicts and desires at play in the story.