The Cameronians: A Novel, Volume 1 (of 3)

"The Cameronians: A Novel, Volume 1" by James Grant is a historical fiction story set in Scotland that follows the intertwining lives of soldiers and their relationships. The story begins at Eaglescraig, the home of the elderly General Sir Piers Montgomerie, where he awaits the arrival of young officers from the Cameronians regiment. Central to the narrative are Sir Piers' ward, Mary Montgomerie, and the handsome new officer, Cecil Falconer, whose arrival sparks intrigue and rivalry, especially in Hew Montgomerie, who also desires Mary's attention. The novel sets the stage for a complex web of military ambitions and personal jealousies, with characters navigating love and competition amidst the backdrop of their Scottish home.