'MASTER OF CRIME' THE TIMES 1906. For Rose McQuinn, the invitation to holiday at a luxury hotel on the Isle of Bute is an unexpected delight, until she discovers the real reason is to investigate a not-proven murder case from twenty years ago. With close links to a local family of ancient origin whose castle holds many dark secrets, Rose's involvement unleashes a web of intrigue and sinister happenings, something she realises too late when someone decides she is close to the truth and must not leave the island alive. 'ALANNA KNIGHT COULD HARDLY BE BETTER' IAN RANKIN