Flemington

"Flemington" by Violet Jacob is a historical fiction novel that throws readers into the world of early 18th-century Scotland, where family secrets and political tensions simmer beneath the surface. The story revolves around the strong-willed Madam Christian Flemington and her grandson, Archie, as their lives are complicated by a shared history tied to the Jacobite cause. When Reverend Mr. Duthie arrives at Ardguys to speak with Madam Flemington about Archie, readers get a glimpse into her powerful personality and the respect she commands. The book is rich with descriptions of the Scottish countryside and explores themes of family, hidden pasts, and the choices people make when caught between personal desires and loyalty to a cause.