Rogues is a glimpse into Scotland during the 1850's when the Laird's of that country decided that it was more profitable to graze sheep on their land, than let the peasants live, pay taxes, and subsistence farm. Many peasants during this time period were rousted from their house with no warning and either chased or transported off the land.

Roddy Macallan's family is chased off the land before they can find and take their Mother's "Blessing" , a jewel encrusted brooch given to the family by Bonnie Prince Charles for their help in the Jacobite rebellion. 15 year old Roddy resolves to stay behind (without telling his family) and find the Blessing. He takes up with a Rogue, Alan Dunbar and through a series of hair-raising adventures manages to outfox the laird and his men.

For a flavor of the book, read pages 192-193 when Roddy suspects Duncan of stealing from Bonnie Josie. ( )