"The Road Dance" follows the story of 12-year-old Catriona Macleod, a spirited and adventurous young girl living in the remote village of Mallaig on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides. Catriona spends her days exploring the rugged coastline, collecting shells and seaweed, and dancing on the road with her friends.
However, Catriona's life is turned upside down when a devastating tragedy strikes her family. Her beloved older brother, who was serving in the British Army, is killed in action during the early days of World War I. The news sends shockwaves through the close-knit community, leaving Catriona and her family reeling with grief.
As the war continues to ravage Europe and more young men from the village are called up to fight, Catriona struggles to come to terms with her loss and find a way to cope with the pain. She turns to her love of dancing and the solace of the rugged landscape around her to help her heal and find a way forward.
Through the bonds of friendship and the strength of her own resilience, Catriona begins to find hope and a sense of purpose in the face of tragedy. "The Road Dance" is a poignant and moving coming-of-age story that explores themes of loss, resilience, and the power of community in the face of adversity.
