Murder at the Loch
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Author Description
Meet Ally McKinley: dog lover, guesthouse owner and accidental detective, as she tackles her next case in the beautiful Scottish Highlands! Recent retiree Ally McKinley has stepped out with her puppy Flora for a walk by the loch in the tiny village of Locharran, taking a break from running the cosiest little guesthouse in the Highlands. But Ally's peace and quiet is sunk when she and Flora find the body of a mysterious woman floating in the water... Before she knows it, Ally finds herself wading into the middle of a new investigation. Who was the mystery woman and why was she killed? Her enquiries take her all over the village: from the corner shop and the nearby hotel to the turreted castle, home of local earl Hamish Sinclair where preparations are underway for his upcoming - and much gossiped about - wedding. The body in the loch soon has the rumour mills buzzing. But then Elena, the earl's new bride, is also found poisoned to death the morning after her marriage! With two deaths to investigate, the police appear to suspect almost everyone in Locharran, even Ally herself... Determined to uncover the truth and clear her name, Ally finds poison at the home of one of her suspects and thinks she might be on the right path to solving both murders. But with a killer on the loose in the Scottish Highlands, can Ally unravel the clues before the next person in a watery grave is her? A completely addictive Scottish cosy mystery from bestselling author Dee MacDonald. Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Faith Martin and Clare Chase. Readers are loving Murder at the Loch: 'Amazing... Had me gripped from the very beginning.' NetGalley Reviewer, 'The most mic-dropping ending... OMG... Wow, I really love this.' NetGalley Reviewer, 'All of the world's best female detectives rolled into one... Made my cozy-crime-loving heart dance... I loved every se
Menrva's Summary
THE PULSE
Ally McKinley, a guesthouse owner and amateur detective, finds herself investigating a murder when a body is discovered by the loch. Her peaceful retirement in the Scottish Highlands is shattered by the discovery of a mysterious woman's body. Ally's investigation into the woman's death leads her to the local earl's estate, only for the bride to be found poisoned the following morning. With the police suspecting everyone, including Ally, she must race against time to uncover the truth behind both murders before the killer strikes again.
INSIDE THE PAGES
- Protagonist Ally McKinley, a dog lover and guesthouse owner.
- Setting in the Scottish Highlands village of Locharran.
- Discovery of a mysterious woman's body floating in the loch.
- Investigation into the death of the mysterious woman and the earl's bride.
- Involvement of local earl Hamish Sinclair and his new bride Elena.
- Suspects include villagers, hotel staff, and those at the earl's castle.
- Ally's own name is under suspicion by the police.
- The discovery of poison as a potential murder weapon.
THE COLLECTIVE ECHO
Readers have found 'Murder at the Loch' to be an addictive and gripping read, with one reviewer highlighting its 'mic-dropping ending.' The novel is praised for its engaging protagonist, Ally McKinley, who is described as a composite of the best female detectives. The cozy mystery elements, set against the backdrop of the Scottish Highlands, have resonated with fans of the genre, making it a delightful experience for those who enjoy Agatha Christie and similar authors. The narrative successfully blends suspense with the charm of a small village setting, keeping readers invested until the very end.
Page Count:
250
Publication Date:
2025-03-01
Publisher:
Bookouture
ISBN-10:
1835255086
ISBN-13:
9781835255087
Fiction
Mystery
Cozy Mystery
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