Gilded Fleece

Discover the captivating world of Gilded Fleece by Nigel G. Tranter, a historical fiction novel published by Bonnier Books Ltd in 1999. Set against the backdrop of Wester Ross in 1809, this engaging tale explores a time when the threat of a Napoleonic invasion loomed large, and soaring prices for meat and wool prompted landowners to clear the highlands for sheep farming.

Follow the journey of Adam Metcalfe, appointed as the Deputy Factor of Menardmore on Lord Alcaster's estate. As tensions rise and the landscape transforms, Adam finds himself navigating the complexities of rural life and the shifting socio-economic landscape of the time. With 224 pages of richly woven narrative, Gilded Fleece immerses readers in a vivid historical setting, making it a must-read for fans of historical and modern fiction alike.