It's 1619 in Scotland, a time of intolerance, when healers are hanged as witches. A child born of mysterious parentage is given to fisher folk to raise as their son. Dughall grows up in a family bound by love and morality, becomes a healer, and displays psychic abilities. His life is torn apart when he's claimed by his real father, a cruel and powerful lord who tries to mold him in his image. Dughall must define himself, in the midst of a struggle between an Earl, a Duke, and the family who wants him back... Dark Birthright is a story reflecting the political, religious, and cultural dynamics of 17th century Scotland. The novel is the first book in a trilogy. It is followed by Dark Lord and Dark Destiny.

Dark Birthright

Jeanne Treat

History

Bruce & Bruce Inc

It is 1637 in Scotland. Dughall is settling into his new role when the King imposes an Anglican liturgy book on the Scottish church. Protests and riots plague the realm, forcing lords and commoners to take a stand. Dughall and Gilbert are placed in precarious positions, torn between loyalty to the crown, their families, and zealous subjects. To complicate matters, Dughall claims the sword of Red Conan and inherits the curse that comes with it. Challenged by real and supernatural enemies, he must fight to continue his line. Conflicts pit brother against brother and father against son. The National Covenant is signed and war breaks out. Tempers run hot and actions are rash. To maintain order, one brother must take Blackheart s place. Which raises the question... Who shall become the Dark Lord?

Dark Lord (Dark Birthright Saga)

Literature & Fiction

Genre Fiction

Ahead of the Hangman Press

Dark Destiny is book three in the Dark Birthright trilogy. It's 1648. The English civil war is over. The imprisoned King and his lieutenants are in trouble. Gilbert Gordon is one of them. What will the Gordon brothers do? You will meet the next generation - young Maggie, James, Luc, and George. James' supernatural abilities endanger his father and threaten the peace of the family. England executes the King and declares itself a Republic, but the Scottish government refuses to follow. The King's son tries to gain his thrones, starting with Scotland. Unfortunately, he was given a directive by his father to execute Lord Dughall Gordon. Scotland is in turmoil. Battles are fought and fortunes are lost. What will happen to the Gordons? Will they abandon Scotland for the British Colonies? ... This copy is the first edition of the novel. A second edition is available with updated cover and commentary.

Dark Destiny

Treat Enterprises, Incorporated

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