Pilgrim of Slaughter

In 1688, Scotland is divided by religion and politics, with Edinburgh being a powder keg of plotters planning revolution. When a nobleman is assassinated by a Catholic fanatic, Protestant anger reaches fever pitch. Lawyers John MacKenzie and Davie Scougall must investigate the killing, but their relationship is tested when they find themselves on opposing sides of the political divide.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 15 March 2021
Publisher: Luath Press Ltd

In the tumultuous year of 1688, Scotland found itself embroiled in a deep divide, torn apart by religious and political tensions. The Kings' pro-Catholic policies had ignited a fierce sectarian hatred among the extreme Protestants, resulting in a volatile and explosive atmosphere. The city of Edinburgh, in particular, was a powder keg, teeming with plotters who were conspiring to bring about a revolution. The streets of Edinburgh were filled with chaos and turmoil as the mob took to the High Street each night, burning effigies of the Pope and causing widespread mayhem. The assassination of a nobleman by a Catholic fanatic further fueled the growing anger among the Protestants, and lawyers John MacKenzie and Davie Scougall were called upon to investigate the murder. However, their relationship was put to the ultimate test as they found themselves on opposing sides of the political divide. As if the situation couldn't worsen, a killer was stalking the stinking streets of Edinburgh. This disciple of revolution, wielding a butcher's knife in the name of God, was a relentless pilgrim of slaughter, leaving a trail of blood and destruction in his wake. The city was in a state of panic, and the authorities were struggling to contain the chaos. John MacKenzie and Davie Scougall, driven by their duty to justice and their desire to protect the innocent, embarked on a perilous journey to unravel the mystery behind the killings. They navigated through a web of political intrigue, secret societies, and religious extremism, encountering numerous obstacles and dangers along the way. Despite the odds, they refused to give up, determined to bring the killer to justice and restore peace to the troubled city. In the end, their perseverance paid off, and the killer was brought to justice. The city of Edinburgh breathed a sigh of relief, and the memory of the brutal murders faded into the past. John MacKenzie and Davie Scougall, hailed as heroes, became symbols of courage and determination in a time of great turmoil. Their story serves as a reminder of the power of justice and the importance of standing up against religious extremism and political polarization.

Weight: 318g
Dimension: 198 x 129 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913025298
Edition number: 2 New edition