
Length11h 12m
About this audiobook
D. K. Broster's 'The Dark Mile' is a gripping historical novel set in the rugged Scottish Highlands during the Jacobite Uprising of 1745. Broster skillfully weaves a tale of love, betrayal, and loyalty amidst the backdrop of political turmoil and clan feuds. The novel is rich in detail, with vivid descriptions of the landscape and a nuanced portrayal of the complex characters navigating a treacherous world. Broster's literary style is marked by its evocative prose and meticulous attention to historical accuracy, transporting the reader to a tumultuous period in Scottish history. D. K. Broster, a Scottish writer with a background in historical research, brings a deep understanding of the period to 'The Dark Mile'. Her passion for storytelling and commitment to capturing the spirit of the Highlands shines through in this masterful work. Broster's own Scottish heritage and personal connection to the landscape add depth and authenticity to the narrative. I highly recommend 'The Dark Mile' to readers interested in historical fiction, particularly those drawn to the tumultuous period of the Jacobite Uprising. Broster's deft storytelling and finely drawn characters make this novel a captivating and immersive read that will transport you to a bygone era of honor, intrigue, and adventure.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.2 (292)
Includes Amazon, Goodreads, LibraryThing, StoryGraph
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length11 hrs 12 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 7, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Charlotte Löwensköld (Musaicum Must Classics)
2PROLOGUE THE THIRTEENTH CHIEF
3CHAPTER I WHAT THE MOON SAW
4CHAPTER II ON HIS VERY HEARTHSTONE
5CHAPTER III BRANDED
Show all chaptersShow less
6CHAPTER IV THE LADY FROM THE LOCH
7CHAPTER V WOULD SHE WERE GONE!
8CHAPTER VI THE FIELD OF DAISIES
9CHAPTER VII AN EXPLANATION AT THE GOATS’ WHEY
10CHAPTER VIII THE ONLY SAFETY
11CHAPTER IX OTHER PEOPLE’S LOVE AFFAIRS
12CHAPTER X FATHER AND SON
13CHAPTER XI IAN STEWART LISTENS TO THE DEVIL
14CHAPTER XII “OUT, SWORD, AND TO A SORE PURPOSE!”
15CHAPTER XIII CASTLE DANGEROUS
16CHAPTER XIV “WILL YOU WALK INTO MY PARLOUR?”
17CHAPTER XV ON THE VERGE
18CHAPTER XVI ANOTHER IN THE TOILS
19CHAPTER XVII DELIVERANCE
20CHAPTER XVIII IAN DOES SOME HARD THINGS
21CHAPTER XIX FINLAY’S TOOL . . . ?
22CHAPTER XX IN A GREEN RIDING HABIT
23CHAPTER XXI TORMENT
24CHAPTER XXII THE COUNTER THRUST
25CHAPTER XXIII THE STREAM IN SPATE
26CHAPTER XXIV “ASK MR. MAITLAND . . .”
27CHAPTER XXV “HE FORGAVE . . .”
28CHAPTER XXVI A LIFE FOR A LIFE
29CHAPTER XXVII LIGHT IN THE DARK MILE
30CHAPTER XXVIII THE KING OF LOCHLANN’S DAUGHTER