The Mosstrooper: A Legend of the Scottish Border

"The Mosstrooper: A Legend of the Scottish Border" by Robert Scott Fittis is a historical novel set during a difficult time for Scotland, where revenge and figuring out who you are drive the story. It kicks off with a young Border man trekking through the dark wilderness, carrying a baby he plans to leave behind, revealing a tale tied to payback and discovering where you come from. This guy, Edie Johnston, struggles with his desire for vengeance against the Southrons, but eventually leaves the kid at Hawksglen Castle as payback against those he believes hurt him. Later, you learn about Eustace, the child who was adopted by a rich family as the story plays out themes of identity and destiny with backgrounds of fighting between groups and betrayal.