Flower o' the Heather: A Story of the Killing Times

"Flower o' the Heather: A Story of the Killing Times" by Robert William MacKenna is a historical fiction set in Scotland during the late 1600s, a period defined by the harsh persecution of Covenanters. It centers on a young man named Walter de Brydde, whose expulsion from college due to a drunken incident leads him to a life-altering crossroads. Planning a trip that ends abruptly with a chance encounter with a soldier, Walter impulsively joins the King's forces, diving headfirst into the brutal conflict against the Covenanters. This pivotal decision launches Walter into a world of violence and moral challenges, forcing him to confront his beliefs and values amid the backdrop of intense societal conflict, showcasing a coming-of-age journey framed by rebellion and the search for his place in a divided world.