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The turbulent sixteenth century is the background for the story of Scotland's most fascinating queens: Mary, Queen of Scots.

A dramatic historical novel set at the turn of the seventeenth century in the courts of King James Sixth

Scotland's story cannot be told merely in terms of documentary evidence, for this would be to neglect an integral part of the nation's heritage. This book presents the tale of a nation's enthralling history.

Nigel Tranter's gift for bringing Scottish history to life is demonstrated in this lively book which details 45 of the nation's castles with associated tales and traditions. With a broad geographical spread Tranter breathes life into many of Scotland's gaunt and shadowy ruins.

A hero of the Peninsular War, Lieutenant Alastair MacRory of Gleneidart returns home to Wester Ross to recuperate from a wound he suffered while fighting with the Highland regiments. Highland families are being evicted and sent to Canada. Alastair deserts and throws in his lot with his people.

Third and final volume in the MacGregor trilogy, which charts the 18th-century fortunes of Rob Roy and the MacGregor clan, loyal supporters of the Stuart cause. Perfect for fans of 'Outlander'.

The third volume in the Master of Gray trilogy, Past Master is a stirring tale of love and adventure, ambition, political intrigue and religious bigotry. Perfect for fans of 'Outlander'.

A story set in Wester Ross in 1809, when the fear of a Napoleonic invasion was widespread and rocketing meat and wool prices encouraged many landowners to begin clearing the highlands for sheep farming. Adam Metcalfe is sent to work as Deputy Factor of Menardmore on the estate of Lord Alcaster.

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A prequel to THE STONE which tells of a daring attempt to remove the Scottish Stone of Destiny from Westminster Abbey, a novel which is considered by many to have inspired the actual theft of the stone from Westminster Abbey in the 1950s.

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The stirring 15th century tale of seafaring hero, Andrew Wood, loyal supporter of James III of Scotland

Tells the turbulent story of Clan McColl and the bitter feud between the heirs of the Chief for the control of the land during the early years of the 18th century. When the Chief hangs the captain of one of the King's ships, he is forced to send his son and heir to the King's court as a hostage.

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