Lieutenant Francis Farquhar of Argyle's Regiment of Light Foot, seems to fall in and out of love rather quickly. Life is precarious in a Scottish Highland winter and love is a commodity few can afford. When Francis' regiment is sent to occupy Glenco, Scotland, he meets the woman he wishes to marry and spend the rest of his life with. The Clan Macdonald and the Clan Campbell have been bitter enemies for many years. What chance does Francis have of winning the hand of the woman he loves?Maire Macdonald has been courted by many suitors including John Macdonald, the Chief's eldest son, but she refused them all. Maire takes one look at Francis Farquhar and knows he is the one she wants to spend the rest of her life with. Her one obstacle to her happiness is her father, but she is a stubborn lass and doesn't give up easily. Strangely enough, Chief MacLain Macdonald is the only one not opposed to the match.The Clan is forced to feed and house the English troops for a number of days under the ancient tradition of Highland Hospitality - the Highland Way. Everyone wonders, including Francis, when they will receive their orders. He was anxious and yet fears King William's command. How much time does he have to win Maire's heart before he is forced to ride away from her - possibly forever? Can the lovers survive long enough to find their happily ever after? And what of the Clan Macdonald and their Chief? What does the future hold for them? Based on the true event of the 1692 Glencoe Massacre
