Murder at the Scottish Games - (A Scottish Shire Mystery) by Traci Hall (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

The Highland Games have taken over the quaint seaside village of Nairn, Scotland--and the life of sweater shop owner, knitting enthusiast, and busy single mom Paislee Shaw...especially when a killer enters the competition!

Paislee Shaw is no stranger to managing tricky tangles, but mid-August spins her world into more chaos than she ever could have imagined. Between her teenage son's moody antics, friends making life-changing decisions, and the looming Nairn Highland Games, evenings with fellow crafters of the Knit and Sip crew are her one escape. But when she joins the games' organizing committee, Paislee is instantly plunged into a whirlwind of clashing personalities and scandalous mishaps . . .

The festivities unravel faster than a dropped stitch when heavy throwing competitor Artie Whittle is accused of cheating--and his ill-tempered father is found murdered the next day. With Artie unconscious and pegged as the prime suspect, Paislee and DI Zeffer team up to untangle the truth. Navigating a cast of unusual suspects--from jealous judges to grudge-holding locals--Paislee must weave together clues hidden amidst caber tosses, kilts, and a killer who only plays to win . . .

Review Quotes

Praise for Traci Hall's Scottish Shire Mysteries

"This latest adventure of a charming Scottish family is perfect for readers who like thorny mysteries and puppies." --Kirkus Reviews on Murder at a Scottish Christmas

"Hall expertly juggles multiple story lines...Fans of all things Scottish will have fun." --Publishers Weekly on Murder at a Scottish Wedding

"Down-to-earth characters and two mysteries to solve add up to a solid read." --Kirkus on Murder at a Scottish Wedding

"Inquisitive and down-to-earth, Paislee makes a charming sleuth in this suspect-packed mystery." --Kirkus Reviews on Murder in a Scottish Garden

"In her second Scottish Shire mystery, Hall capably juggles multiple story lines and vividly evokes the Scottish backdrop." --Booklist on Murder in a Scottish Garden

"Traci Hall keeps it real in the second Scottish Shire Mystery--and the gorgeous seaside setting and delectable descriptions of Scottish treats add to the enjoyment." --Criminal Element on Murder in a Scottish Garden

"All in all, Murder in a Scottish Garden is a fast-paced read with a nice puzzle that offers a slight twist on the English country house cozy, and there are enough open-ended story lines at the end to hint at more Paislee Shaw mysteries to enjoy." --Reviewing the Evidence on Murder in a Scottish Garden

"Murder in a Scottish Garden is an excellent murder mystery. With the word "Scottish" in the title, I was pretty sure I would love it, as I tend to enjoy all things Scottish. The plot is intriguing and moves along at a good pace. The suspense is well done." --Fresh Fiction on Murder in a Scottish Garden

"I enjoyed the mystery, which had me guessing to the very end and the characters are very realistic. A very enjoyable read." --Knit N Read on Murder in a Scottish Garden

"The mystery is a good one with plenty of clues, motives and suspects to choose from." --Kings River Life Magazine on Murder in a Scottish Shire

"If I have to compare the character development with that of other cozy series debuts, I would say Murder in the Scottish Shire beats all expectations. I cannot wait to read the next book in this series. I absolutely loved reading Murder in a Scottish Shire. Wonderful character development, excellent storytelling and a murder mystery that keeps you guessing, Murder in a Scottish Shire is definitely one of the best cozy debuts of this year." --The Book Decoder on Murder in a Scottish Shire

About the Author

Traci Hall is the USA Today bestselling author of over fifty books across an array of genres, from cozy mysteries to contemporary seaside romances, YA, and nonfiction. She is also the co-author of the Salem B&B Mystery series as Traci Wilton. A member of Mystery Writers of America, RWA and former President of the Florida Romance Writers Association, Hall co-runs CommunityAuthors.com and provides editing services for many accomplished novelists. She lives in South Florida and can be found online at TraciHall.com.