Ben Leman - Between the Tines (Forged in Blood Book 1)

Ben Leman - Between the Tines (Forged in Blood Book 1)

From House of Mystery Radio on NBC by House of Mystery Radio

April 22, 2026 · 34 min

About this episode

The episode explores the struggles of Clan Lamont during a brutal conflict with Clan Campbell in 17th century Scotland.

Set on Cowal Peninsula in southwest Scotland in the 17th century, Between the Tines follows the family of Clan Lamont as they are drawn into a brutal confrontation with Clan Campbell, whose relentless ambition leaves a trail of fear and devastation in its wake. As Arran Lamont fights alongside his brothers and lifelong friends, Lain and Sean, in the war-torn regions around them, he is tested by betrayal, loss, and the steady destruction of everything his clan has built. Even in the darkest moments, the heart of the Lamont family beats strongly through the women who hold the community together—Allie, Ariel, Lady Mary, and Isabel—offering charity, stability, and spiritual strength when hope is hardest to find. Their resilience becomes a cornerstone of the clan’s will to survive. From Highland games to clandestine raids, from feasts to fog-shrouded battlefields, Arran’s transformational journey is one of loyalty, courage, and a love that quietly grows stronger through the turmoil. But as the Campbells tighten their grip and the land burns around them, Arran and Lain are forced to rethink their fight. What begins as open warfare shifts into rescue missions, covert strategies…

Topics covered

  • Scottish history
  • Clan warfare
  • Family resilience
  • Betrayal
  • Survival
  • Transformation

Keywords

  • Clan Lamont
  • Clan Campbell
  • Scottish history
  • betrayal
  • survival
  • 17th century
  • family

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Clan Lamont, Clan Campbell

Places: Cowal Peninsula

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