HOUR IS COME IS ONLY AVAILABLE TO READERS WHO JOIN MY MAILING LIST. Visit VictoriaTait.com A dead husband. A hidden body. Can an inexperienced amateur sleuth save herself and identify a killer in the stroke of time? Young military widow, Dotty L Sayers, just wants to take life one day at a time, with the help of Banff, her husband’s black Labrador. Seeking financial security, she excitedly accepts a temporary job in a local Cotswold auction house. But she realises she can’t accept everything at face value when she discovers a dead body inside a grandfather clock. While the police focus on jealousy and blackmail, there’s no time to lose if Dotty is to prove her husband’s ex-wife’s innocence. This determined novice detective unveils her colleagues’ secrets, but when the police ignore her findings, she realises she may be wasting her time. As the clock ticks, can Dotty convince the police of her suspicions, or is she living on borrowed time? Hour is Come is the entertaining prequel to the Dotty L Sayers Antique Mystery series. If you like captivating whodunits, believable characters and charming British locations, then you’ll love Victoria Tait’s page-turning tale. Download Hour is Come before the clock strikes today!

One dead body. Multiple identities. Can an amateur sleuth see through the charade before she becomes a tragic victim? Young military widow, Dotty Sayers, is delighted with her new job at an auction house in Britain’s picturesque Cotswolds. She reluctantly agrees to take part in a Remembrance parade, to commemorate her husband and his fallen comrades, but she’s shocked to learn that after the event an unknown soldier is found dead. Dotty assists the police and appraises objects found at the victim’s house, but rather than identifying the deceased, she discovers numerous personas. When a suspect is arrested, and Dotty is asked to look after his British blue cat, she realises appearances can be deceiving. Can she track down the real culprit and prevent an innocent man from being imprisoned? Can Dotty unmask the killer without putting her own life at risk? Fake Death is the first book in the captivating Dotty Sayers Antique Mystery series. If you like intriguing mysteries, entertaining characters and the glorious British countryside, then you’ll adore Victoria Tait’s enthralling tale. Buy Fake Death and unmask a killer today!

An antiques show. A dead diva. For an amateur sleuth the truth is not always crystal clear. Dotty Sayers is enjoying her job in a Cotswold auction house. When she’s offered a place on an antiques TV show, she nervously agrees to a makeover and is surprised by the admiring glances she receives. Working on set at a historic country hotel, she realises all that glitters is not gold when at the bottom of the circular staircase, one of the experts is found dead. Was the death accidental or something shadier? Dotty promises to leave the investigation to the police, but as this amateur sleuth appraises the dead woman’s estate, she can’t help unveiling clues. But when she returns from viewing a priceless sculpture, and finds her British blue cat missing, she knows that life does not imitate art. Can Dotty tell a fake from the real deal and identify the killer? Valued for Murder is the second book in the captivating Dotty Sayers Antique Mystery series. If you like engaging mysteries, captivating characters, and fascinating British settings, then you’ll adore Victoria Tait’s entertaining tale. Buy Valued for Murder and uncover a treasure today!

A British Cozy Murder Mystery with a Female Amateur Sleuth Trainee antiques expert, Dotty Sayers, is nervous but excited about buying period furniture for a local celebrity. During the quiet summer months, she’s persuaded to join her company’s triathlon team for a charity competition in Britain’s picturesque Cotswolds. But she realises all that glitters is not gold when a fellow competitor collapses and dies. With only a young sergeant concerned about the athletic woman’s death, Dotty focuses on the sale of counterfeit furniture. She informs the police about a suspicious phone call but is horrified when her information puts an innocent life at risk. Can Dotty see through the sham and acquire the clues to ensure justice is served? Bidding for Revenge is the third book in the captivating Dotty Sayers Antique Mystery series. If you like puzzling mysteries, quirky characters, and the vibrant British countryside, then you’ll adore Victoria Tait’s page-turning tale. Buy Bidding for Revenge and uncover a treasure today!

A charity ball. A dead guest. Can an amateur sleuth solve the case, or will it ruin Christmas forever? Aspiring antiques expert, Dotty Sayers, is excited about organizing a ball in a Cotswold country house. When a lecture on modern art leads to a kiss under the mistletoe, she thinks all her Christmases have come at once. But her festive cheer turns sour when a partygoer is found dead on the dance floor. The police ask Dotty to help wrap up the case of a stolen painting, but as the search continues, she becomes entangled in the murder investigation. When this amateur detective realizes the culprit could be a close friend, will she face the Yuletide music? Can Dotty put aside her personal feelings and herald a murderer?

An antique fair. A dead stallholder. Can an amateur sleuth both bag a bargain and identify a killer?Trainee antique expert, Dotty Sayers, is feeling vulnerable after being framed for art trafficking by a trusted friend. She welcomes the distraction of visiting a vintage sale but is alarmed when an exhibitor is found dead.The police’s resources are stretched when a valuable antiquity is stolen at the same event. As Dotty conducts her own enquiries, this amateur detective can’t help thinking there is more at stake than one man’s death.Can Dotty scratch off the varnish and expose the truth?Antique Tragedy is the fifth book in the engaging Dotty Sayers Antique Mystery series. If you like puzzling mysteries, real-life characters and a charming British setting then you’ll be enthralled by Victoria Tait’s page-turning whodunit.Buy Antique Tragedy and discover a rare treasure today.

A victim who dies twice. A web of deceit. With the help of her friends, can an amateur sleuth crack the case, or will she pay the ultimate price? Trainee antique expert, Dotty Sayers, knows she’s in trouble when a dead body disappears. She’s relieved to hear the victim is alive, but her confusion turns to alarm when she finds him dead, again. It’s all smoke and mirrors as evidence mounts against this amateur detective, and convinced she’s deceived them, her police associates turn their backs on her. With only her close friends believing she’s innocent, she’s determined to clear her name. Can Dotty uncover the truth before she’s stabbed in the back? Priceless Betrayal is the sixth book in the captivating Dotty Sayers Antique Mystery series. If you like puzzling mysteries, engaging characters and the quintessential English countryside, you’ll be enraptured by this page-turning whodunit. Buy Priceless Revenge today and blow the whistle on this crime.

A murder on stage. Her father a prime suspect. Can an amateur sleuth step into the limelight and find the killer before the final curtain falls?Dotty Sayers and her cat, Earl Grey, are anxious about visiting her parents in Edinburgh, Scotland. When Dotty and her father accept a stranger’s VIP tickets to a Fringe Festival play, they discover more than the best seats in the house. On stage for the first act, Dotty hears a shot in the dark and presumes it’s part of the script. So she’s shocked when a spotlight illuminates a controversial politician’s dead body. Befriended by a local police officer, Dotty is drawn into the investigation. But her enthusiasm turns to alarm when her father is unexpectedly arrested. Can Dotty prove his innocence before the real culprit exits stage left? If you enjoy cultural settings, engaging mysteries and quirky characters, you’ll love Victoria Tait’s captivating series. Even when a player dies on stage, the show must go on. Search behind the scenes with Dotty and buy Deadly Performance today!

A joyful Christmas festival turns deadly when a corpse ends up as the chilling centrepiece. Can an amateur sleuth unwrap the tinsel-tangled mystery before the merry cheer melts away?Talented antiques enthusiast, Dotty Sayers, is thrilled to be organising a Christmas display at a Yorkshire country house. She enjoys decking the halls, but the season is far from jolly when the chief guide is found dead, her body as cold as ice. When cops dismiss the death, Dotty turns to her prickly American colleague, only to learn he has his own secrets to solve. But when he disappears, this amateur detective fears the festive charades have become far deadlier. Can Dotty string together the clues and bring to light the killer? This new instalment of the Dotty Sayers Antique Mystery series is a Christmas country house murder mystery. If you enjoy entertaining characters, perplexing puzzles, and charming English settings, you’ll love Victoria Tait’s page-turning tale. Enjoy Christmas cheer with Dotty, and buy Holly, Baubles and Murder today!

Unsure what to do next with her life, Dotty Sayers joins her American associate, Zach, in Northumberland as he searches for his grandfather’s hidden treasure. While there, she considers opening her own antique shop, encouraged by a local dealer. But when her new mentor goes missing, and her body is found washed up on a deserted beach, Dotty wonders why so many people she meets end up dead. Should Dotty leave this investigation to the local police, or should she try to bring justice for another tragic victim? Find out in Daffodils and Deadly Deeds.

A spooky spectacle turns deadly when a singer’s voice is silenced forever. Does an amateur sleuth have the ghost of a chance to unmask the killer before the jack-o'-lantern’s candle is snuffed out? Emerging antiques expert, Dotty Sayers, is excited about traveling to Ireland for a prestigious auction. Alongside her friend, Sergeant Keya Varma, Dotty revels in Dublin’s iconic sights and finds herself spellbound by haunting melodies at the Bram Stoker Festival. But a Halloween parade turns tragic when a musician’s last melody leads to his final breath. With the police operating a skeleton crew, Keya expresses grave concerns while Dotty carves up excitement at the auction, bidding for a pumpkin full of Irish treasures. But when one of their friends ends up behind bars and another confesses to the crime, this duo of detectives realises the witching hour is near. Can Dotty piece the eerie puzzle together and unveil the villain before the plot thickens like a witch’s potion? Join Dotty and her friends in Dublin for the latest instalment of the Dotty Sayers Antique Mystery series. If a cauldron of quirky characters, bewitching puzzles, and enchanting Irish folklore is what you crave, then Victoria Tait’s spellbinding narrative will keep you captivated until the final page.

The winter blues hit a bustling Christmas market when a body becomes the chilling central display. Can an amateur sleuth solve the case, or will she be left out in the cold? Newly established antiques expert, Dotty Sayers, is thrilled to be refurbishing a castle in rural Leicestershire. She's fascinated by tales of an unsolved robbery, missing antiques, and a kidnapped child. Upon discovering a valuable clock, Dotty is eager to reopen the case, but her plans are put on ice when a man collapses dead in front of her at the castle's winter festival. Exposing the man's identity receives a chilly reception. As the past and present freeze together, Dotty, with the help of an amiable policewoman, a retired detective, and her 'friend' Zach, realises this death is only the tip of the iceberg. Can Dotty uncover the frosty truth, or will the trail turn to snow? Journey to England’s rural heartland for the next intriguing tale in the Dotty Sayers Antique Mystery series where teamwork unlocks the door to solving a chilling case. If you enjoy vintage mysteries, captivating characters, and a snowstorm of suspense, you’ll love Victoria Tait’s page-turning whodunit. Warm up with Dotty's winter mystery and buy Yuletide Market Murder today!

When murder is served at a Scottish Burns supper, it’s not the haggis that hides the deadliest secret. Can an amateur sleuth catch the killer before they toast another victim?Antiques expert, Dotty Sayers, is thrilled to return to the Cotswolds to reconnect with old friends and run the auction house where her career began. She and her friend, Sergeant Keya Varma, organise a traditional Burns Night celebration, but things go awry when one of their guests meets his end before the first whisky is poured. When the new police inspector is pushed aside by headquarters before she can crack the case, Dotty can’t resist following her own leads. As she digs deeper, she uncovers the victim's tangled relationships, jealous spouses, and shady business dealings. But when a sensational newspaper article exposes the case, it threatens not only the investigation but also the auction house which Dotty has just been trusted to manage. Can Dotty solve the case, or will the truth be drowned out by the skirl of the bagpipes? In the next captivating instalment of the Dotty Sayers Antique Mystery series, Dotty’s return to the Cotswolds quickly leads to a challenging case. With heartwarming friendships, business relationships tested, and teamwork ultimately prevailing, this cozy whodunit serves up plenty of clues, suspects, and surprises. Find the truth before the final toast and buy Tartan, Treasures, and Trouble today!