In 18th-century Scotland, Alexander, a doctor and poet, and his snobbish sister Susanna are desperate to advance their social standing. And while Susanna unwittingly gets herself involved in some truly terrifying situations as a result, Alexander concentrates on his ambition to be a famous poet. And he is surprised and delighted when he meets Robert Burns who is not only a great companion but also a poet like himself. They soon become close friends and Alexander loves him like a brother. But when the genius of Burns begins to completely overshadow Alexander's own poetry, their close friendship changes and there is a darkening of Alexander's heart. As well as a fast-paced and compelling narrative, Margaret Thomson Davis has seamlessly interwoven original songs, poems and letters by the bard into the story to produce a gripping tale of love, rivalry and ambition.

In 18th-century Scotland, Alexander, a doctor and poet, and his snobbish sister Susanna are desperate to advance their social standing. And while Susanna unwittingly gets herself involved in some truly terrifying situations as a result, Alexander concentrates on his ambition to be a famous poet.

About the Author
Glasgow's favourite romantic novelist Margaret Thomson Davis left school at the age of sixteen and worked as a children's nurse before becoming a best-selling author. Her novel, The New Breadmakers, a sequel to the highly successful The Breadmakers, was published in 2004.


Book Information
ISBN 9781845020781
Author Margaret Thomson Davis
Format Paperback
Page Count 264
Imprint Black and White Publishing
Publisher Bonnier Books Ltd
Weight(grams) 292g
Dimensions(mm) 197mm * 133mm * 20mm