In 1745 the Highlanders limped away from the bitter field of Culloden. Soon the Duke of Cumberland was offering a huge sum for the capture of Prince Charles Edward Stuart, dead or alive.
Duncan MacGregor, great-nephew of Rob Roy, volunteers to join the small band of men escorting the Prince to safety.
Just one day after the Prince's escape, a large amount of French gold is landed at the very spot from which he has sailed. Thus it is that Duncan becomes involved in a desperate attempt to save Prince Charlie's gold, helped by beautiful, headstrong Caroline Cameron.
'Through his imaginative dialogue, he provides a voice for Scotland's heroes' Scotland on Sunday
Read MoreHe has an amazingly broad grip of Scottish history - Daily TelegraphOne of Scotland's most prolific and respected writers - The TimesAn accomplished writer of compelling and unforgettable historical novels - She magazineThrough his imaginative dialogue, he provides a voice for Scotland's heroes - Scotland on SundayTranter's popularity lies in his knack of making historical events immediate and exciting - Historical Novels ReviewAn informative, entertaining read - Daily ExaminerHe treats history with respect - Financial Times
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