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Hebridean Storms Take Your Breath Away.
Sometimes Permanently.
Joana and Brian, the curious sleuthing duo, set off once more. This time, their promise is clear: absolutely no bodies. Just stunning Hebridean views and a peaceful workshop exploring Lewis and Harris with their photography group. They should have known better.
From the moment they arrive, it’s clear the guests are more interested in each other’s secrets than in the scenery. Secrets simmer, and someone is desperate to keep them buried.
Then the Atlantic throws an Amber Warning at them, and a guest is found dead in the stables. The local police shrug it off as a tragic accident, but Joana notices details that don’t quite fit. The storm didn’t kill the victim. Someone in their group did.
With the storm cutting them off from the mainland, Joana and Brian find themselves stranded with a murderer. Their search for answers takes them from the ancient Callanish Stones to the wide sands of Luskentyre, following clues while the wind tries its best to drown out any conversation. Time is short: once the weather clears, the killer will be first in line for the ferry.
Amber Warning is a travel-infused, twisty cosy mystery packed with breathtaking Scottish scenery, clever clues, and sharp British wit. Expect page-turning suspense, laugh-out-loud banter, endless cups of tea, and the occasional splash of whisky.
Review:
Joanna knows this photography retreat isn't going to be normal when they arrive and then get hit with the Amber warning saying that a storm is imminent. Well well stormy seas make for excellent photos against the cliffs and lighthouses, it also makes for enforced togetherness, and the inability to complete the retreat as she planned. But then when things start going wrong slowly she realizes there's more at play, that some of her retreat members know each other and know their proprietors. Then when one of them is found dead and the police are unable to arrive, Joanna and Brian are now left to try to handle the start of the investigation until their friendly detective Frasier can arrive. Then when he does finally arrive it's a question on whether they have found the right suspect or is there still more going on behind the scenes. A cozy mystery wrapped up with a lot of humor I'm really enjoying this series and it's one of my favorites right now! And as there's now four books available it's easy to get into the series and finish it before the next one comes out! Don't miss this fun series
About the Author:
I live on the coast of the North Sea in North East Scotland. My stories are of course fiction, but they draw heavily on my real experiences in the Scottish hills. Thankfully, there aren’t nearly as many dead bodies in real life, though many of my quirkier characters are inspired by the wonderful people I’ve met.
In my previous life, I worked as a journalist and travelled the world. These days, you’re more likely to find me in my garden with a pen and paper than on a plane. When I head out into the Highlands, I usually bring a thermos of green tea and something vegan that is easy to pack for a picnic (I love eating!).
I’ve chosen the Highland Coo as the symbol for The Highland Mysteries because, to me, there isn’t a more magnificent animal in the world. They are wild, beautiful, and never really tamed. Just like Scotland itself.
While my books are full of secrets and the occasional corpse, I promise to skip the grisly details. My goal is to give you an escape: a clever twist, a bit of amusement, and a chance to laugh before you return to reality.
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