‘Waypoints is a memoir with a difference! I wanted to tell the stories and
share the
experiences that have shaped me, but to do that I needed to challenge myself
and spend
some time in my own company, away from the distractions of everyday life. And
for me
there's no better place to reflect than in the wild Scottish Highlands.’
In this journey of self-discovery, Sam Heughan sets out along the West
Highland Way to
explore his heritage and reflect on the personal waypoints that define him. The
result is a
love letter to the wild Scottish landscape that means so much to Sam, and a
charming,
funny, wise and searching insight to the world through his eyes.
The walk itself is the backdrop for this narrative, which tells the story of
Sam's life while
exploring his outlook, values and interests. Sam is a figure of fascinating
contrasts, a
Hollywood star with deep roots in rural Scotland, he's both outgoing and
content in his
own company. He has strong connections with his fans while recognising the
fragility and
value of anonymity, and in My Peak Challenge he has created a network that
brings
people together as they chase individual goals. In his new book, while charting
a path
through a stunning wilderness, Sam maps out the moments that shaped his views
on
dreams and ambition, family, friendships, love and life.
Waypoints is a deeply personal journey that reveals as much to Sam about
himself as it
does to his readers.
