The year is 1706, and the vote for union between Scotland and England is approaching. There are those supporting union and those opposed, and a secretive group set on stopping or destroying union at any cost. All are maneuvering for advantage, all are fighting for power, with considerable wealth at stake.
Malcolm Forrester, physician, and adventurer has been called back to Edinburgh to help his wounded brother who supports union. Beset with inner demons, can he successfully overcome their foes and betrayers?
