The Aileen and Callan Collection (Books 1-6)


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You can now devour the first six novels in the award-winning Aileen and Callan Murder Mysteries in this single boxset! Follow innkeeper and former forensic accountant Aileen Mackinnon and her partner, Detective Inspector Callan Cameron, as they untangle webs of deceit, find killers, and navigate their sizzling attraction. Each book layers intrigue upon mystery, drawing the pair into darker, more dangerous investigations that test their skills, their relationship, and their very survival. All books in these series while interconnected can be read as standalone novels. But they are best enjoyed in order, as compiled in this box set: 1. When Murder Comes Home: A murder in Aileen's inn sparks an investigation that tests Aileen’s staying-power and Callan's investigation skills, while forcing the pair to work together 2. When Eyes Don't Lie: Aileen and Callan encounter deceit and danger as they unravel the mystery surrounding the suspicious death of Dachaigh inn’s former innkeeper. 3. When Birds Fall Silent: Callan grapples with his friend’s cold missing persons case, uncovering past hurts that could forever alter his and Aileen’s relationship 4. When Red Mist Rises: Two murders, decades apart, connect through a chilling sequence of events that Aileen and Callan must decode to learn the truth and save an innocent friend from prison 5. When Old Fires Ignite: A body on Aileen's doorstep and a torched car set the stage for a case that could burn everything Aileen and Callan have built to ashes. 6. When Distilled From Rage: The serene peatlands mask deadly secrets, forcing Aileen and Callan to sift through a tangled history of family and murder. Unearth secrets, find justice, make friends, and fall in love alongside Aileen and Callan with this boxset. Enjoy!




When Eyes Don't Lie


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With one hand on the slippery torch, Aileen steeled herself. A moment later, she pulled the rough wooden door open. ‘Hell-’ Her words died in her mouth and what came out was a terrifying scream. Who is the most criminal of them all? Aileen Mackinnon is still reeling from the murders that gripped her inn few months ago. But when a light flickers in the middle of nowhere, she sets out to help the lost people. When she finds a dangling corpse instead, Aileen is horrified. What was the former innkeeper doing at that cottage? The police rule the death a suicide, but Detective Inspector Callan Cameron has some unanswered questions. As Aileen and Callan dip their toes into the inky darkness of vicious streets, they step into a world of greed, deceit and murder. When uncovering every answer is like taunting death, can they figure out whodunnit? If books by Paul Austin Ardoin, Janet Evanovich and Jullian Scott keep you up all night, When Eyes Don’t Lie is the perfect puzzling mystery for you! What readers are saying about this book: “If you're looking for a good mystery, set your magnifying glass on When Eyes Don't Lie!” -Joshua Grant, Diabolic Shrimp and Bestselling Author “The story had me captivated from the beginning prologue…” -Jackie Kripas, Bookbub Reviewer Best enjoyed in order: 1. When Murder Comes Home 2. When Eyes Don’t Lie 3. When Birds Fall Silent 4. When Red Mist Rises 5. When Old Fires Ignite 6. When Distilled From Rage 7. When Painted With Deceit ------------------------------------------------------------- MORE ABOUT THIS BOOK: When Eyes Don’t Lie is located in two fictional towns in the Scottish Highlands. Aileen Mackinnon and Detective Inspector Callan Cameron will move heaven and earth to find justice for their voiceless victims, even if it means upsetting some superior officers. Through dark alleys, knife attacks and underworld dealings, they must find the killer before death finds them. Get this suspenseful mystery with a dash of budding romance. *And don't miss the exclusive novella, When Wilt Thou Die ------------------------------------------------------------ Keywords: Suspense Books, Mystery and Thriller, Murder at the Inn, mystery romance, Small Town Secrets, heist, detective books, British Detective, Women Sleuths, Police Procedural, Romantic Suspense, romantic mystery suspense clean, scottish mysteries and thrillers, who done it mystery, small town murder mystery, suspenseful beach reads, british police procedurals murder mysteries series, amateur detective mysteries




When Birds Fall Silent


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Her eyes widened into saucers, eyebrows piling high on her forehead. Pointing a shivering finger at Callan, she thrashed out her legs and wriggled. ‘Him! It’s him! He attacked me!’ A cold case threatens to shatter Callan’s career. Blaine Macgregor vanished on a summer’s night fifteen years ago. Now, Detective Inspector Callan Cameron is investigating his case one last time. But for Callan it means unearthing a bygone summer he’d rather forget. Amateur sleuth Aileen Mackinnon overhears a guest’s puzzling conversation and can’t stop asking questions. Is she being duped again? With Callan refusing to open up about his case, Aileen needs a distraction. What better than a case of her own? As Aileen and Callan balance on a thin rope of betrayal and trust, one question haunts them: Is Blaine still alive? If books by Paul Austin Ardoin, Janet Evanovich and Jullian Scott keep you up all night, When Birds Fall Silent is the perfect puzzling mystery for you! What readers are saying about this book: “My favourite out of the three books so far. Absolutely brilliant.” -Charlotte Kane, Goodreads Reviewer “Gosh, what a well written and entertaining book! The plot moves smoothly and keeps the reader engaged throughout. The characters are portrayed in such an engaging manner. I thoroughly enjoyed this mystery. Recommended.” -MaryB, Bookbub Reviewer Best enjoyed in order: 1. When Murder Comes Home 2. When Eyes Don’t Lie 3. When Birds Fall Silent 4. When Red Mist Rises 5. When Old Fires Ignite 6. When Distilled From Rage 7. When Painted With Deceit --------------------------------- MORE ABOUT THIS BOOK: When Birds Fall Silent is a heart-stopping, suspenseful murder mystery set in a fictional small town in the Scottish Highlands. Detective Inspector Callan Cameron doesn’t like to talk about his past, but when old wounds are unearthed, he’ll leave no stone unturned. Callan might have a tough exterior, but amateur sleuth Aileen Mackinnon won’t stop until she helps her partner. Bygones are never pretty. Surrendering to the sizzling heat between them? It’s thrillingly explosive. *Don't miss the exclusive novella, When Wilt Thou Die ------------------------------------------------------------ Keywords: Suspense Books, Mystery and Thriller, Murder at the Inn, mystery romance, Small Town Secrets, heist, detective books, British Detective, Women Sleuths, Police Procedural, Romantic Suspense, romantic mystery suspense clean, scottish mysteries and thrillers, who done it mystery, small town murder mystery, suspenseful beach reads, british police procedurals murder mysteries series, amateur detective mysteries




When Murder Comes Home


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Drawing out his gun, he pushed open the door. A dark abyss glared back. He took out his torch and flashed it around… Callan’s broad shoulders slumped, and he let out a breath between clenched teeth. Death had dipped its claws into Dachaigh again. Ten guests, two murders, one inn. Who is responsible? Aileen Mackinnon ditched spreadsheets and a steady salary for the adventurous shores of Loch Fuar in the Scottish Highlands. Now she's an amateur innkeeper to ten guests. But when one is murdered in his bed and an heirloom goes missing, can Aileen save the inn? Detective Inspector Callan Cameron won't have her nosing about, but with another body he has little choice in the matter. Tension sizzles as Aileen and Callan step into a world of murders, deceit and heists. They might not always see eye to eye, but can they agree whodunnit? If books by Paul Austin Ardoin, Janet Evanovich and Jullian Scott keep you up all night, When Murder Comes Home is the perfect puzzling mystery for you! What readers are saying about this book: "Shana Frost spools a great whodunnit with fun characters in When Murder Comes Home!" -Joshua Grant, Bestselling Author and the Diabolic Shrimp "This makes for the perfect weekend read!" -Mia Counts Lynch, Bookbub Reviewer "I felt like I was part of the story. I could not put the book down." -Eileen Townsend, Goodreads Reviewer Best enjoyed in order: 1.When Murder Comes Home 2.When Eyes Don't Lie 3.When Birds Fall Silent 4.When Red Mist Rises 5. When Old Fires Ignite 6. When Distilled From Rage 7. When Painted With Deceit ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ MORE ABOUT THE BOOK: When Murder Comes Home is set in a fictional small town in the Scottish Highlands. Stumbling her way through friendships, relationships and business, Aileen Mackinnon is the forensic accountant turned amateur sleuth-next-door. Detective Inspector Callan Cameron is frustrated with his idyllic life. Where’s the thrill, the suspense? So when murder comes knocking, he’s quick to jump in and investigate the crime. But spending more time with the brunette is not what he bargained for. And being more than friends? Heck no! Download this suspenseful mystery with a hint of blossoming romance for free. *And don't miss the exclusive novella, When Wilt Thou Die -------------------------------------------- Keywords: Suspense Books Free, Thriller Books For Free, Mystery and Thriller Free Books, Murder at the Inn, mystery romance, Small Town Secrets, heist, detective books for free, British Detective, Women Sleuths, Police Procedural, Romantic Suspense, romantic mystery suspense clean, scottish mysteries and thrillers, who done it mystery, small town murder mystery, suspenseful beach reads, british police procedurals murder mysteries series, amateur detective mysteries




When Painted With Deceit


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The past is a story we tell ourselves. When a suave tycoon targets the heart of the town, Dachaigh inn’s future dangles on a knife-edge. Aileen Mackinnon, innkeeper and former forensic accountant, knows this man’s pockets are as deep as his secrets. After all, she’s seen his true colours before. Detective Inspector Callan Cameron, Aileen's partner in love and crime-solving, finds himself handcuffed by the law, powerless against the tycoon’s machinations. But a sudden crash shifts the gears, plunging Aileen and Callan into a whirlwind of danger and deceit. Old secrets crawl out of the shadows, testing their bond and pushing them to the edge. What are they willing to risk for love? This journey weaves through the tight-knit fabric of human emotion, questioning what we hold dear. Embark on this heart-stirring adventure and uncover the truth for yourself. This book is a part of a series, but can be read as a standalone. However, the books are best enjoyed in order: 1. When Murder Comes Home 2. When Eyes Don't Lie 3. When Birds Fall Silent 4. When Red Mist Rises 5. When Old Fires Ignite 6. When Distilled From Rage 7. When Painted With Deceit * Don't miss the exclusive novella When Wilt Thou Die ------------------------------------------------------------ Keywords: Suspense Books, Mystery and Thriller, Murder at the Inn, mystery romance, Small Town Secrets, heist, detective books, British Detective, Women Sleuths, Police Procedural, Romantic Suspense, romantic mystery suspense clean, scottish mysteries and thrillers, who done it mystery, small town murder mystery, suspenseful beach reads, british police procedurals murder mysteries series, amateur detective mysteries




When Red Mist Rises


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Cold tingles zinged through Callan. The rain, coupled with the breeze, had nothing to do with it. This couldn’t be. ‘That’s… that’s not him, Dr Brown.’ Two murders, forty years apart. Are they connected? Andrew Mackay is found sitting beside a corpse with a bloody stick in hand. Across town, the dig to unearth a body from the bog leads to the discovery of another missing person. Amateur sleuth Aileen Mackinnon believes in Andrew’s innocence. She’s determined to catch the real killer, even as her own life self-destructs. Searching for his best friend’s body is turning out to be a mammoth task Detective Inspector Callan Cameron didn’t expect, professionally or emotionally. Now investigating another murder and worrying about his girlfriend’s safety, Callan is swamped. When every move is like a step away from the truth, the only way forward is to collaborate. Who can they trust? Who is lying? And who kills when the red mist descends? If books by Paul Austin Ardoin, Janet Evanovich and Jullian Scott keep you up all night, When Red Mist Rises is the perfect puzzling mystery for you! What readers are saying about this book: “This is a terrific mystery with a cast of strong characters…” -Brenda Moser, Bookbub Reviewer “I most definitely recommend this book (and the previous 3) to any reader that appreciates a well written mystery!” -Veronique Raby, Goodreads Reviewer Best enjoyed in order: 1.When Murder Comes Home 2.When Eyes Don't Lie 3.When Birds Fall Silent 4.When Red Mist Rises 5. When Old Fires Ignite 6. When Distilled From Rage 7. When Painted With Deceit --------------------------------------- MORE ABOUT THIS BOOK: When Red Mist Rises is a suspense-packed murder mystery set in a fictional small town in the Scottish Highlands. Detective Inspector Callan Cameron has little time to spend with his new girlfriend, amateur sleuth Aileen Mackinnon. But she’s stumbled across another body and the blame points to a young adult they both know is innocent. Can this murder in the woods be connected to one committed forty years ago? *Don’t miss the exclusive novella, When Wilt Thou Die ------------------------------------------------------------ Keywords: Suspense Books, Mystery and Thriller, Murder at the Inn, mystery romance, Small Town Secrets, heist, detective books, British Detective, Women Sleuths, Police Procedural, Romantic Suspense, romantic mystery suspense clean, scottish mysteries and thrillers, who done it mystery, small town murder mystery, suspenseful beach reads, british police procedurals murder mysteries series, amateur detective mysteries




When Distilled From Rage


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What secrets do the peatlands hide? An octogenarian distiller is wary of the goings-on in his distillery. The only person he can turn to is innkeeper Aileen Mackinnon. Amateur sleuth Aileen Mackinnon has a knack for numbers and accounting. After all, she was a revered forensic accountant once. Wanting to wear her sleuthing hat once again, she takes on this simple case, never expecting a foray into familial fights, flying bullets and death. Detective Inspector Callan Cameron is ordered to stay away from the peatlands. That means he'll never find his best friend's body. But something strange is brewing in Loch Fuar. As summer blazes through town, unease and distrust run rampant. Has the summer heat awoken a murderer or were they awaiting the return of a Mackinnon? If books by Paul Austin Ardoin, Janet Evanovich and Jullian Scott keep you up all night, When Distilled From Rage is the perfect puzzling mystery for you! What readers are saying about other books in this series: "I most definitely recommend this book (and the previous 3) to any reader that appreciates a well written mystery!" -Veronique Raby on When Red Mist Rises, Goodreads Reviewer "If you're looking for a good mystery, set your magnifying glass on When Eyes Don't Lie!" -Joshua Grant on When Eyes Don't Lie, Diabolic Shrimp and Bestselling Author "Gosh, what a well written and entertaining book! The plot moves smoothly and keeps the reader engaged throughout. The characters are portrayed in such an engaging manner. I thoroughly enjoyed this mystery. Recommended." -MaryB on When Birds Fall Silent, Bookbub Reviewer Best enjoyed in order: 1. When Murder Comes Home 2. When Eyes Don't Lie 3. When Birds Fall Silent 4. When Red Mist Rises 5. When Old Fires Ignite 6. When Distilled From Rage 7. When Painted With Deceit * Don't miss the exclusive novella When Wilt Thou Die ------------------------------------------------------------ Keywords: Suspense Books, Mystery and Thriller, Murder at the Inn, mystery romance, Small Town Secrets, heist, detective books, British Detective, Women Sleuths, Police Procedural, Romantic Suspense, romantic mystery suspense clean, scottish mysteries and thrillers, who done it mystery, small town murder mystery, suspenseful beach reads, british police procedurals murder mysteries series, amateur detective mysteries




Science in the Marketplace


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The nineteenth century was an age of transformation in science, when scientists were rewarded for their startling new discoveries with increased social status and authority. But it was also a time when ordinary people from across the social spectrum were given the opportunity to participate in science, for education, entertainment, or both. In Victorian Britain science could be encountered in myriad forms and in countless locations: in panoramic shows, exhibitions, and galleries; in city museums and country houses; in popular lectures; and even in domestic conversations that revolved around the latest books and periodicals. Science in the Marketplace reveals this other side of Victorian scientific life by placing the sciences in the wider cultural marketplace, ultimately showing that the creation of new sites and audiences was just as crucial to the growing public interest in science as were the scientists themselves. By focusing attention on the scientific audience, as opposed to the scientific community or self-styled popularizers, Science in the Marketplace ably links larger societal changes—in literacy, in industrial technologies, and in leisure—to the evolution of “popular science.”




Forthcoming Books


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