- “Greyfriars Bobby” by Eleanor Atkinson: While not set exclusively in West Lothian, this heartwarming tale tells the story of a loyal Skye Terrier from Edinburgh who becomes a beloved figure in the city.
- “The Well at the World’s End” by Neil M. Gunn: Although more broadly set in the Scottish Highlands, this novel partly takes place along the Linhouse Water in West Lothian, which adds depth to the story’s exploration of the natural world.
- “Morningside Road” by Linden Bowers: Set in 1960s Edinburgh, this novel features scenes set in nearby West Lothian. It delves into the lives of a group of characters navigating societal changes and personal struggles.
- “Long Midnight of Barney Thomson” by Douglas Lindsay: While primarily set in Glasgow, this darkly comedic crime novel includes references to characters from the fictional town of Cumbernauld in North Lanarkshire, which is near West Lothian.
- “The Arbor House Treasury of Great Science Fiction Short Novels” edited by Robert Silverberg: This collection includes “The Saturn Game” by Poul Anderson, a science fiction novella that partially takes place in an alternate version of Linlithgow.
- “Drovers” by Mem Ross: Set in the early 19th century, this historical novel explores the lives of drovers and their cattle as they traverse various regions, including West Lothian.
- “Bridesmaid Wants to Look Like Me” by Edit Bányai: Part of the McCall Farm series, this young adult novel tells the story of a Scottish girl living in West Lothian and her experiences navigating friendship and identity.
- “The Sound of One Hand Clapping” by Richard Flanagan: While primarily set in Tasmania, this novel by Australian author Richard Flanagan features flashbacks to a character’s childhood in West Lothian, providing insight into their upbringing.
- “Rose of the World” by Jude Fisher: Set in a fictionalised version of Scotland, this fantasy novel includes references to characters from West Lothian and explores their connections to a wider magical realm.
- “The Valhalla Prophecy” by Andy McDermott: Part of the Nina Wilde and Eddie Chase adventure series, this action-packed thriller includes a segment where the characters visit the fictional Crailing House in West Lothian.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in West Lothian
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