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A Scottish Isle Mystery
Series · 4 books · 2023-2024

Books in series

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#1

An American in Scotland

2023

The small idyllic town of Sea Isle, Scotland, harbors some dark secrets, and Dr. Emilia McRoy is determined to uncover all of them—no matter what the diagnosis in this charming cozy, sure to enchant fans of Sheila Connolly and Charlene O’Connor. Sea Isle was supposed to be the fresh start Dr. Emilia McRoy dreamed of. Far from the busy emergency room across the Atlantic in Seattle, she hoped to settle down and begin this new chapter as a small-town doctor to the quirky residents who immediately welcomed her. When she stumbles across a dead body, she starts to think that she may not be as Scot free of the drama and intrigue as she initially thought. Emilia soon learns she has bigger issues at hand. It starts with realizing she’ll work closely with the less than helpful local constable, Laird Ewan Campbell. Her luck continues when she discovers that part of her new responsibilities includes being the coroner for the very body she found. Finally, when the body goes missing before she can even begin the autopsy, Emilia must convince the townspeople that a crime did, in fact, occur. The deeper she digs into the picturesque town, the more suspicious she becomes. And then there are her sleep issues. It may be due to the ever-growing list of suspects, a number of threatening letters, or the surprise visitor who breaks into her house at night. But she’s never backed down before, and she doesn’t intend to start now. Someone doesn’t want this doctor to treat the ailments of Sea Isle, but Emilia McRoy is determined to find the murderer before they kilt again.
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#2

Death at a Scottish Wedding

2024

Dr. Emilia McRoy is back on the case in the second book in the Scottish Isle mystery series, perfect for fans of Sheila Connolly and Charlene O’Connor. Something old, something new, something borrowed and someone’s blue… Finally feeling like Sea Isle, Scotland is becoming her new home, American doctor Emilia McRoy is delighted when she is invited to a wedding at Morrigan's Castle. Her friends have warned her that it's a three-day party and it's bound to get wild, not to mention the impending snowstorm. Constable Ewan Campbell, owner of the castle, ensures their safety with the blizzard. What he didn’t ensure, is that all of his guests would survive the night alive. When Emilia explores the impressive castle, she finds a dead man in one of the turrets. The snowstorm hits and the local police can’t reach the castle until it lets up. With no one able to leave, the family insists they carry on with the wedding, which makes Emilia's job as the coroner a bit easier—the suspects are in one place­––and complicated because the killer has Emilia in his sights. The fact no one claims to know the victim isn't helping. Why would someone no one knows be murdered at a castle in the middle of nowhere? It’s up to Emilia to uncover the mystery who the victim is, so the killer doesn’t get away Scot free.
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#2

Talk Deadly to Me

2023

A Limited Edition Collection of Mystery, Thriller, and Suspense (A Dangerous Words Publishing Collection) All the thrills and chills, murder and mayhem, secrets and suspense you can handle—in one collection. Join these New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling authors for this collection of gripping, heart-pounding mysteries. Intrepid, determined sleuths follow twisty, dangerous paths to bring treacherous killers to justice in 20 brand-new tales of dirty tricks and double-crosses, cons and cover-ups, betrayal and blackmail. There’s something for every mystery reader in this collection. Whether you like your mysteries dark and deadly or cozy and cute, murder and intrigue will keep you up late at night reading, looking over your shoulder, and locking all the doors behind you. Fans of Frieda McFadden, J.D. Robb, John Grisham, Patricia Cornwell, and Janet Evanovich will thrill to this collection of mystery and suspense, ranging from domestic thrillers to police procedurals to gumshoe detective mysteries and everything in between. One-click your copy now! Featuring stories Stephanie Ayers R.C. Barnes Lane Bellemore Kevin Berry J. T. Bishop Lashell Collins Margo Bond Collins Lucy Connelly Kim Cresswell Doyle Fawcett Brandi Gillilan Deidra D. S. Green Spiro Griffith Ivy Hearne K M Jackways London Kingsley Ember Lawless Amy Richie Raven Rivers Katherine Tomlinson Death on A Scottish Yacht – Lucy Connelly The Magic of Murder – J. T. Bishop A Woman Presumed – Katherine Tomlinson Pretty Little Gun – R.C. Barnes The Chrysanthemum Curse – Doyle Fawcett and Spiro Griffith The Drowned Dockworker – Kevin Berry Lucky Charm – Raven Raine Murder in Sapphire Paradise – Mara Moreno and Margo Bond Collins
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#3

Death at a Scottish Christmas

2024

Merriment, mistletoe, and murder await in the third installment of the Scottish Isle mystery series, perfect for fans of Sheila Connolly and Joanne Fluke. Sea Isle, Scotland, is magical during the holiday season, and Dr. Emilia McRoy can’t wait to enjoy everything her village has to offer. But when the lead singer of a famous band is murdered in the village, just as they were about to launch a world tour, her holiday instantly comes to a halt. As the band’s future hangs in the balance, Emilia discovers that the victim was working on new music that has since disappeared. Were these new lyrics worth killing for? And if so, who is the culprit? It seems more than one person wanted this music star dead. Shockingly, beloved constable Ewan Campbell becomes the prime suspect in the investigation, putting a damper on the town’s festivities. With an ever-growing list of suspects, Emilia will need all the help she can get to figure out who is framing poor Ewan. Between a secret Santa that wants her dead, stalkers, and killer holiday celebrations, Emilia must see the devil in the details and discover the truth before it’s too late.

Authors

Lashell Collins
Lashell Collins
Author · 38 books
Lashell Collins is an American author of romantic suspense, contemporary and paranormal romance. She spent the last twenty years of her life working in veterinary clinics and garden centers in her home state of Ohio, and is now living her dream of writing full-time. When she's not busy tapping away on her laptop and living vicariously through her characters, she can usually be found watching Grimm, rocking out to Slash, stuffing her face full of Chinese food, or riding on the back of her husband's Harley-Davidson.
J.T. Bishop
J.T. Bishop
Author · 19 books

Born and raised in Dallas, TX, J. T. Bishop began writing in 2012. Two years later, the Red-Line trilogy was complete. She’s not done though. J. T. continues to create new characters and story lines to entertain her fans. J. T. loves books that explore characters’ unique abilities and origins. A touch of the supernatural with a side of the paranormal is a theme she finds intriguing and provides a wealth of inspiration for her books. But an absorbing murder mystery, suspense story interwoven with powerful charismatic characters provides the drama, angst, passion, and humor she craves. A little romance doesn’t hurt either. J. T. loves hanging out with family and friends, traveling when she can, and spending time in nature (despite the heat in Texas). Getting up in the morning with a cup of coffee, ready to write, is the start of a perfect day. If you'd like updates on upcoming books and events, then connect with J. T. on the J. T. Bishop website (www.jtbishopauthor.com), her Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/jtbishopauthor) and Twitter (@jtbishopauthor).

Margo Bond Collins
Margo Bond Collins
Author · 98 books

USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and New York Times bestselling author Margo Bond Collins is a former college English professor who, tired of explaining the difference between "hanged" and "hung," turned to writing romance novels instead. She now writes urban fantasy, paranormal romance, and science fiction romance. Sometimes her heroines kiss aliens, sometimes they kill monsters. But they always aim for the heart. You can learn more about her at http://www.MargoBondCollins.net and follow her on all the usual social media outlets: Amazon Author Page: http://www.amazon.com/author/margobon... Website: http://www.MargoBondCollins.net Blog: http://www.MargoBondCollins.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/MargoBondCollin @MargoBondCollin Google+: https://plus.google.com/1164845554481...

Deidra D.S. Green
Deidra D.S. Green
Author · 19 books

Brief bio Deidra D. S. Green has frequently been quoted as saying, "Writing is like breathing. Without it, I'd die..." Deidra officially started her writing journey in 2011 with her first novel published in 2012. She have written roughly 25 full length novels and several novellas and short stories. Deidra has also written a few children's book, self-help projects and contributed to one anthology. She is the co-owner of a family publishing company that has been in business for eight years. Deidra is responsible for new acquisitions and is the editor in chief. Rathsi Publishing Company has published nearly 200 authors. In addition, Deidra is a ghostwriter, and has written for several celebrities and lay people alike. She also does academic writing, editing and consulting. Deidra continues to be fascinated by the power of the written word. She has always written, and most recently decided to share her craft with the rest of the world. Literary Works by Deidra include: * The Twisted Sister Trilogy * Woman at the Top of the Stairs Trilogy * Suddenly Single: So Undeserving * Elite Affairs I: Orchestrated Beauty * Elite Affairs II: Simple Elegance * A Letter to My Mother * The Suddenly Single Series * When You Wish * Sick, Sicker, Sickest * Interstate 64 * The Candy Man She continues to pen interesting and intriguing tales with several new projects slated to be released in the very near future. You can also keep up with all things Deidra on facebook, twitter, and follow her blog at deidrawritesweebly.com.

Kim Cresswell
Kim Cresswell
Author · 12 books
Kim Cresswell resides in Ontario, Canada, and is the award-winning author of the action-packed Whitney Steel romantic suspense series. As a multi-genre author, her books have been featured online at USA Today, NBC, FOX, Publishers Weekly, Booklife, and ScifiPulse.net. The Assassin Chronicles TV series was in development with Council Tree Productions. The TV series is based on Kim's paranormal suspense thriller, Deadly Shadow, and the highly anticipated sequel, Invisible Truth.
Stephanie Ayers
Stephanie Ayers
Author · 6 books

A creative ninja with a dark mind and a quirky nature, Stephanie Ayers writes all the words and spins twisted tales filled with horror, fantasy, suspense, and anything in between. With a trunk full of tricks thanks to a checkered past, she haunts Irish castles and snowy mountaintops in her dreams while living the unicorn life in Ohio disguised as a human. When she isn’t listening to the voices in her head, she spends her days as a mom, Gigi, cat lover, and Netflix binger, while avoiding housework at all costs. Her debut novella, Til Death Do Us Part, was published in 2013, and her work appears in several anthologies and collections. Along with many solo works, she currently has two serials to her name, the stand-alone horror volumes of The 13 series, and her epic 5 book fantasy series, Destiny Defined. To find out more about Stephanie's daily living and all about her books and writing, subscribe to her newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/o6e0l9 Her favorite quote is: "The blank page is a canvas on which the writer paints a story."-Stephanie Ayers

K.M. Jackways
K.M. Jackways
Author · 8 books

I was the girl lost in books, but I never thought I'd be the one writing them. After a massive earthquake, I travelled with my family to France and spent a year exploring and making plenty of faux pas along the way. It was there, among the cobbled streets and palpable history that I started writing. And never stopped. I write the strange, the hidden, the psychological and the magical. You can find me between dogs, kids and coffee cups in New Zealand.

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