All three books in Isobel Blackthorn's 'The Strathbairn Trilogy', a series of historical mystery novels set in late 19th century Scotland, now available in one volume!
What Happened at the Abbey: After Ingrid starts a new life as a housekeeper in the Scottish Highlands, she discovers that the family she works for has a much darker history than her own. Who haunts Strathbairn, and why are the McCleod children constantly at each other’s throats?
Secrets Taken to the Grave: Ingrid Barker returns to Strathbairn to attend the funeral of her old employer. She can't shake the suspicion that he was murdered, and as she hurries to uncover the truth and get away from Strathbairn, another murder takes place. Running out of time and clues, can she solve the mystery before his ghost does away with her?
The Haunting of Willows Cottage: Ingrid and her daughter Susan return to the Western Highlands, staying at Strathbairn with Gertrude McCleod while their new home is redecorated. After the ghosts of Ingrid's past return, she's desperate to leave Strathbairn and they quickly move to the renovated cottage, only to find out that they're sharing their new home with a violent ghost. While Hamish and Gertrude conspire to force Ingrid into marriage, Timothy becomes a regular caller with a romantic motive. With two marriage proposals, who will she choose — and can she solve the haunting of Willows Cottage?
