Kidnapped

Kidnapped is Robert Louis Stevenson's thrilling historical adventure novel, celebrated for its unforgettable characters, fast-paced action, and vivid portrayal of eighteenth-century Scotland. First published in 1886, this enduring classic follows the extraordinary journey of young David Balfour as he is drawn into a dangerous world of betrayal, political conflict, and survival. After the death of his parents, David sets out to claim his rightful inheritance, only to become the victim of a sinister plot that leaves him kidnapped and sold into servitude. Escaping captivity, he forms an unlikely friendship with the courageous Highlander Alan Breck Stewart. Together, they embark on a perilous journey across the rugged Scottish Highlands, evading pursuers while navigating the aftermath of the Jacobite uprising.