The Castle in the Glen
Emma Callander has just decided she’s had enough of London and is moving back to sunny Australia. Her first published novel was successful, but not wildly so. Emma’s tired of the rainy English weather, tired of men who only want a dalliance, tired of wondering if she’ll ever find a way into writing her next book.
So, when out of the blue, Iris Blackburn, a famous mystery writer who is developing dementia, invites Emma to help complete her final novel, Emma only hesitates a little. It seems like a way to get beyond writer’s block, have a paid holiday on the Isle of Skye, and boost her bank account so she can go home. But what Emma uncovers on Skye puts her in the middle of a mystery that the family in the castle is determined should stay hidden.
With dual storylines, this mystery within a mystery takes place in 1965, 1932, and 1904. Whether you’ve visited Scotland or not, this story will make you feel as if you’re there. The first part of the book is a more leisurely read as the story within a story unfolds and Emma decides whether or not to take the job. But once Emma goes to Skye, the plot takes center stage. With twists and turns, the last chapters are hard to put down. As with other Rhys Bowen books, this one lives up to her reputation for taking readers on a journey they’ll not soon forget. For adults, but also suitable for teens.
