This is the story of what a woman's patience can endure, and what a man'a resolution can achieve.
After the death of his parents, young David Balfour is sent to stay with his mysterious Uncle Ebenezer. When David discovers a family secret that could change his life forever, he is kidnapped and sold into slavery. His only chance to escape is to follow a Highland warrior, Alan Breck, on a desperate and dangerous adventure.
"Crime is common. Logic is rare. Therefore it is upon the logic rather than upon the crime that you should dwell."