Waverley is a historical novel set in Scotland during the Jacobite Rebellion of 1745. It follows the story of Edward Waverley, a young English soldier who is sent to Scotland to quell the rebellion. However, Waverley soon finds himself torn between his loyalty to the British crown and his sympathy for the Jacobite cause. As he journeys through the Scottish Highlands, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, including the beautiful Flora MacIvor and the eccentric Baron Bradwardine. Waverley's experiences in Scotland challenge his preconceptions and force him to confront his own identity and beliefs.