A nation's future, a people's freedom, and a past that won't stay buried all hang in the balance as the call for Scottish independence finds its voice. Amid the political turmoil stands Andrew Trentham, a member of the British Parliament whose personal pilgrimage to discover his heritage promises answers to the questions looming before him.

Through stories and legends, he uncovers more about his own ancestors, the history of Scotland, and the spirit of a people long kept from experiencing the freedom they desire. When Trentham finally stumbles across the Gordon clan that he's been searching for, he meets Leigh Gordon, a lively young woman who soon throws unexpected complications into his personal life. She could be the help he so desperately needs--or she could entirely derail his quest for answers. If he is to maintain his footing in a world of personal and political upheaval, Trentham will have to find the courage and vision necessary to learn from the examples of the past and stand for what he truly believes.