Publisher's Synopsis
Peter and Jane: Or The Missing Heir is a novel written by Sarah Macnaughtan and published in 1912. The story follows the lives of two siblings, Peter and Jane, who are forced to leave their comfortable life in England to live with their uncle in Scotland. However, their uncle is not the kind and loving guardian they had hoped for, and they soon discover that he has a dark secret - he is hiding the true heir to a large fortune.As Peter and Jane begin to investigate their uncle's past, they uncover clues that lead them on a dangerous journey across Scotland. Along the way, they meet a cast of colorful characters, including a mysterious Scottish laird, a band of gypsies, and a brave young girl who helps them in their quest.As they get closer to uncovering the truth, Peter and Jane find themselves in grave danger and must use all their wit and courage to outsmart their enemies and save the missing heir. With its thrilling plot, vivid descriptions of Scotland's rugged landscape, and memorable characters, Peter and Jane: Or The Missing Heir is a classic adventure story that will captivate readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
