Why a Booktrail?
1050, 2000s: Inspired by the beauty of the Macbeth film’s Scottish locations
1050, 2000s: Inspired by the beauty of the Macbeth film’s Scottish locations
Now: When Ruthie gets the part of one of Macbeth’s famous three witches she can’t wait to get started. Inspired by the beauty of the film’s Scottish locations and the camaraderie of the cast and crew, she can leave behind the expectations of her family and her lacklustre love life, at least for now. But as echoes from the past begin whispering in Ruthie’s ear and a restless spirit draws her further into its centuries-old secrets, it soon becomes clear that only she can uncover the truth of a terrible injustice.
1050 Scotland: Isobel and her two sisters have learnt about healing from their loving mother Sidheag, and she in turn has kept them safe. But without the protection of their late father, Sidheag knows that her daughters must find husbands or their futures are at risk.
Isobel believes in love over duty and when she catches sight of King Macbeth’s stepson Lulach she can picture a happiness she had hardly dare imagine. But as heir to a Scottish throne that is drenched in blood, Lulach’s destiny is to be a warrior. When Isobel’s actions leave her and her sisters vulnerable to accusations of witchcraft there may be nothing that can keep the three women safe, not even the great Macbeth himself.
As the calls from the past grow ever louder, Ruthie has no choice. Macbeth’s witches have a story that needs to be told and the truth can no longer stay hidden…
Locations associated with Macbeth
Dingwall
This town is believed to be the birthplace of Macbeth.
Brodie Castle
Known locally as ‘Macbeth’s Hillock’ where Macbeth is said to have encountered the Weird Sisters.
Moray
Macbeth ruled over an area of Scotland known as the Mormaerdom of Moray
Moot Hill
The fictional Macbeth’s coronation took place here as well as the real coronation of Macbeth in 1040.
Birnam Wood
The Weird Sisters tell Macbeth that he will be king until Birnam Wood comes to Dunsinane.
Iona Abbey
The small island abbey is the final resting place of Macbeth
Destination/location: Scotland Author/guide: Elena Collins Departure Time: 1050,2000s
Back to Results