I ran to the edge of the ship. "Help, help! Murder!" I screamed, as my uncle slowly turned to me. I couldn't see anything anymore. Strong hands were already pulling me away. Then something hit my head; I saw a large fireball flash up, and I fell to the ground...
And so begins the adventures of David Balfour. He is kidnapped and taken to sea, where he faces many dangers. During his journey, he meets a friend, Alan Breck. However, Alan himself finds himself in danger, pursued by the English army as he makes his way through the rugged Highlands of Scotland.