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Silent waters hide the deepest secrets
A wildlife photographer plummets to his death above Fingal's Cave. A young fisherman vanishes without trace. The body of a marine scientist is pulled from the sea, his last recording a haunting piece of evidence. Three seemingly unconnected events on the Isle of Mull draw Private Investigator Teàrlach Paterson back to his childhood home.
Hired by the photographer's widow to investigate her husband's death, Teàrlach quickly unravels a tangled web of family feuds, forbidden love and deep betrayals. The photographer's death was no accident and with the missing fisherman's father dying in hospital, Teàrlach must find his son before it's too late.
But as a violent storm closes in, Teàrlach discovers that some will do anything to keep their darkest secrets buried…
From a CWA New Blood Dagger Longlist author and McIlvanney Best Scottish Crime Novel Finalist comes an atmospheric murder mystery. Fans of LJ Ross, Ann Cleeves, and Val McDermid will be mesmerised by The Graveyard Bell.
'Wow wow wow - amazing - so intense and thrilling!' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'If you love Scotland and superbly constructed mystery and 'peek around the corner' suspense, this book is for you! One of the best books I have read in quite awhile.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'The best book in the series yet! The storyline was great, and full of twists... Tearlach Paterson is a dark and troubled man. The supporting characters are fantastic too, they have so much depth and personality.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Simply could not put this book down it was that good... The atmosphere is perfect and the tension mounts with every page!' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'The Inner Hebrides provides a haunting, atmospheric setting... This mystery/thriller is thoughtfully plotted and full of surprises. 5 stars!' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Oh wow, this was so addictive I just couldn't put it down.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'The island itself is so beautifully described and the harsh wind, water and the elements battering down definitely add to the mystery.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Atmospheric! Gripping! Thrilling! The investigative team of Chloe, Dee, and Teàrlach has a winning chemistry and is one of my favorites.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'An intriguing and exciting read!' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'A fast paced, exciting thriller... The vivid descriptions of the island, its isolated landscape and the incoming storm all add to the suspense and the dramatic ending.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Wow!… I loved every moment of the book!' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This series, now three in, is better with each book! The stormy weather and rough seas provided that extra bit of drama and ominous atmosphere... A really gripping Scottish mystery!' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐