Morag
She is from the Isle of Eigg in the Western Isles. She moved to the mainland after losing her fishermen husband and sons. The process of waulking was an island tradition. Therefore, Morag has taught this process to the village women in order to provide them with an industry.
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Jean
The village midwife. She has dedicated her entire life to helping others.
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Margaret
Adopted in Malawi by Scottish medical missionaries and chose to return to Scotland with them. She now is a farmer’s wife and has grown children.
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ShionaIs a maid at the castle whose beau is away from the village.
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CatrionaIs currently a maid at the castle, but dreams of being an opera singer.
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FionaIs a young lassie, still living at home with her parents.
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Eilidhis a young waif from another village, sent by her family to help Peigi through her pregnancy while her husband is away.
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