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Posted March 13, 2000
After the brutal murder of James I, King of Scots, The Lion's Whelp begins with the somewhat corny romance between Alec Lyon and Agnes Crichton, both whom find themselves involved in the royal family's affairs. Pages upon pages follow these two amidst the various factions contending for power over the boy King, James II and Scotland. Finally, King James comes of an age to assume for himself his rightful power. Unfortunately this is not until after a couple hundred pages when James, in a drunken rage, heinously slays a rebellious and impudent Earl (the head of the most powerful House in Scottland and Lieutenant General to the realm). From here on, the story becomes a deep and compelling tale that is characteristic of Tranter's work. The story ends with a roar-- a bang of a surprise that almost redeems its wimpy beginning. I would not dissuade anyone from reading this book, however, I would warn that the first couple hundred pages may leave you tapping your fingers, waiting for some real action to begin. I would recommend it to anyone interested in Scotland's history.
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