The Master of Ballantrae: A Winter's Tale

"The Master of Ballantrae: A Winter's Tale" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a historical story set against the backdrop of Scotland's Jacobite rising, where the rivalry between two brothers, especially one named James, tears a family apart. The story opens with the Durrisdeer family facing tough decisions about who to support in the war, setting the stage for honor and betrayal. As James and his more grounded brother, Henry, take opposing sides, their conflict starts a series of tragic events influenced by ambition and deceit. Readers quickly realize personal problems are entangled with political conflicts, suggesting the many surprises and ups and downs that mark James's journey.