The Poison Pen

A Scottish Bookshop Mystery

Paige Shelton

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Minotaur Books
24 December 2024

Fiction & Literature; Crime & Mystery

Series: Scottish Bookshop

When Delaney's boss's friend claims to have found something on her property, an estate in the village of Roslin, Edwin sends Delaney out to investigate. Could Jolie possibly have in her possession a priceless relic, a Crusader Sword? But when Delaney arrives at Jolie's estate, she is greeted by a legal team with a vested interest in the property. Delaney and Jolie manage to remove the intruders, but as they're examining the antique sword, they hear a scream, and meet a much less welcome discovery: a body.

As Delaney digs deeper, she discovers Jolie's own fascinating history. Jolie's mother had long claimed that her daughter was the rightful heir to the throne, not Elizabeth II, because of an affair she claimed to have with King Edward VIII. The only evidence, however, is in the form of a journal that one of Edward’s secretaries kept. The puzzles become more confusing when a connection is uncovered between this far-fetched story and the murdered man. And shortly thereafter, the journal goes missing. Delaney will have to read between the lines to put together the pieces...or become history herself.

By: Paige Shelton
Imprint: Minotaur Books
Country of Publication: United States
Volume: 9
Dimensions: Height: 173mm, Width: 104mm, Spine: 19mm
Weight: 454g
ISBN: 9781250890627
ISBN 10: 1250890624
Series: Scottish Bookshop
Pages: 320
Publication Date: 24 December 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

PAIGE SHELTON is the author of the Scottish Bookshop Mystery series and the Alaska Wild Series, which begins with Thin Ice. Her other series include the Farmers' Market, Cooking School, and Dangerous Type mystery series. She lives in Arizona.

Reviews for The Poison Pen: A Scottish Bookshop Mystery

""Featuring a close group of well-drawn friends, the latest in the cozy Scottish Bookshop series will appeal to fans... [a] satisfying story."" --Booklist Praise for the Scottish Bookshop Mystery Series: ""Entertaining....This is armchair tourism at its best, with a dash of murder for spice. Bibliophiles and cozy fans alike will be enchanted."" --Publishers Weekly on Fateful Words ""A satisfying cozy framed by interesting details concerning Edinburgh and the history and lore of books and collectibles."" --Booklist on Fateful Words ""Suspenseful....Shelton easily keeps us turning pages."" --New York Journal of Books on The Burning Pages ""Danger, intrigue, and adventure combine in this quirky-fun whodunit!"" --Woman's World (best new books) on The Burning Pages ""Historical Burns references add spice to a complex series of intertwined mysteries."" --Kirkus Reviews on The Burning Pages ""Engrossing....Cozy fans will be enchanted."" --Publishers Weekly on The Burning Pages ""Boasts numerous plot twists, appealing characters, and a lovingly described setting."" --Booklist on The Burning Pages ""Captivating...Ghostly pubs and blustery winter scenes help create a suitably sinister atmosphere, while distinctive characters and judicious use of Scottish dialect add to the story's appeal."" --Publishers Weekly on Deadly Editions ""Filled with literary references that will tickle bibliophiles."" --Kirkus Reviews on Deadly Editions ""Vivid descriptions of Edinburgh enhance the well-crafted plot. Cozy fans will look forward to the further adventures of smart and intuitive Delaney."" --Publishers Weekly on The Stolen Letter ""Shelton stocks her tale with appealing characters and intriguing Nessie lore. Cozy fans will be rewarded."" --Publishers Weekly on The Loch Ness Papers ""Shelton's lovely depictions of Edinburgh, its denizens, and its bookshops will enchant lovers of cozies with a Scottish setting."" --Publishers Weekly on Lost Books and Old Bones ""The history Delaney uncovers...is fascinating and nicely woven into the tale."" --Booklist on The Stolen Letter