A Legend of Montrose

"A Legend of Montrose" is part of Scott's "Waverley" series and takes place during the English Civil War in the 1640s. Sir Dugald, one of the protagonists, gets involved into a strange and violent conflict, and through a series of vicissitudes and action-packed situations, manages to escape more serious consequences. The rest of the story revolves around a love triangle and the wars between Scottish clans. Mysterious births, political and personal intrigues, as well as memorable character developments and bizarre revelations – all this makes the novel an entertaining and compelling read for everyone.-