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In this captivating collection, follow the extraordinary adventures of three magical cats, Swish, Flick, and Twitch as they weave their enchantment with every twitch of their tails. Wander through the cobblestone streets of Willowbrook, as these three magical felines embark on heartwarming adventures that reveal the extraordinary bond they share with their human companions. From moonlit escapades to starlit encounters, their magical ails lead them to moments of friendship. Join Swish, Flick, and Twitch as they roam through picturesque meadows, whispering woods, and under the glow of the moon.

A cold February morning in Scotland begins with the discovery of a body, as Hector Mathewson is found dead within the cask room of his own distillery. While directing the hunt for the murderer, DCI Alex Warren needs to balance his own turbulent personal life. Their plentiful suspects have motives ranging from greed and nationalism to adultery and revenge.

Johnny Webb, his family, and friends continue to weave their lives as jewellers and shopkeepers into the political and social fabric of the East End of London during the late Victorian era. However, their gifts continue to prevent them from following the common path, and they soon discover that once again they are stuck between worlds.

Tavish Ranald, Laird Ranald's heir, must marry. It's his duty. But he isn't ready. He loves someone he can never have. How can he marry his father's choice, Claire Morrison, when another lass holds his heart and always will? Cassandra Wren Calloway is a wealthy American heiress who prefers to be free-spirited college student Cassie Wren. But when she loses her soulmate and both her spirit and heart are broken, she's not sure how she can move on. Then Gertrude, an immortal spirit, offers Cassie the opportunity to begin healing by spending 60 days in another time, as another person.

Keira thought her dreams had come true when her father promised her to a prestigious Laird of a neighboring clan. Little did she know that her fiancé was a wanted man. Keira Sinclair has lived a life of peace and simplicity until now. With her clan on the verge of losing everything, she is forced to wed a Laird from a neighboring clan to ensure that hers survives. During her travels to her new home, her carriage is attacked and Keira is taken hostage by a ruthless man known as the Beast of the Highlands. Ian MacKay has one mission; to defend the crown no matter the cost.

From debut fantasy author D.G. MacRath, Leviathan is the first part of the Gloaming trilogy. Set in the Scotland-inspired Realm, MacRath begins his tale of broken heroes, rich mythology, and brutal civil war. A generation after a bloody civil war, Mata rules as Prince Regent. Shorn of the Crown’s authority, he wrestles to maintain an uneasy peace among his people. Will his choices maintain order or send the Realm spiraling toward yet more vicious bloodshed?

Dundee, 1860s. Sergeant George Watters and his team investigate the murder of a local banker, found dead on the 13th tee of a local golf course. Illicit prizefighters, merchants, and prostitutes all seem to be somehow connected to the murder, and even the toughest of Dundee are refusing to talk.

Edinburgh, 1820s. On one side is the Old Town; ancient, crumbling, and full of poverty. On the other is the New Town - elegant, refined, and prosperous. When newly qualified Doctor Martin Elliot arrives, he discovers that the duality goes deeper. There is more darkness in the streets than he could have imagined. Ghosts of the long-dead haunt the houses, and nightmares soon fill Martin’s head.

It was not the first time best-selling author Sheila Armstrong had died on stage, but it would most certainly be the last. DCI Alex Warren and his girlfriend, DI Sandra McKinnon, return from a short holiday, but hardly manage to step from the plane before they're called to investigate the suspicious death.

Just as his partner Sandra is due to give birth, DCI Alex Warren is sent to lead a difficult and sensitive investigation. Why has a young Asian girl been sexually assaulted and murdered in the home she shares with her Scottish boyfriend? Families are brought under intense scrutiny as Alex and his team look for answers. Potential motives of racism, Islamophobia, hate, jealousy, and honor killing all have to be considered. But who is behind the killing...and what is the real reason?

The world is on the brink of economic collapse. Tom is an unhappily married journalist from London, seeking to advance his career. Sally is single, ambitious and independent, visiting from Australia. They're both chasing the same story. After several incidents rock the Royal National Bank to its core, its share price tumbles and world stock markets begin to ripple. International economic stability is at risk. Timing and diversity of the events makes it impossible for them to be coincidence or incompetence.

They tried to kill him. They failed. Now, he’s hiding out in the underbelly of Los Angeles, picking up work wherever he can. He can use the skills they taught him, but he can’t leave a signature, can’t leave a trace. Until one job is impossible. She’s too young to kill, too innocent, and he’s got a question. Why her? Why her child? And what if he decided to protect them, instead?

As the island of Kalaya and its people recover from civil war, a new threat surfaces. Invaders from the island of Elkena hunt the seas, butchering those who possess magic. Their scar-faced captain seeks the Fire Mage who it has been foretold will kill him and Tei and her people are in his warpath. Tei and a band of Kalayans travel to Stone Haven, the home of their new allies, planning to restore magic to the dead island.

With the new Sentinel initiated and the magic restored on Kalaya, life is flourishing for Tei and the exiles. But Rathnor’s plans for war soon escalate and thwart any chance of peace. Brogan’s position on the Assembly is uncertain as rumours circulate that he is an exile spy. After an attempt on his life, Farrell is more determined than ever to build a home for his people on Stone Haven. But the council have their sights set on Kalaya and Farrell struggles to steer them from war.

Nox the wood elf has been having strange dreams, little knowing that they are connected to a prophecy, and that soon he will be facing sorcerers and tyrants in a battle for the future of the entire realm of Annarheimur. His success could lead to a new age of wonder, or his failure could doom the realm to centuries of darkness.

Scotland has always given generously of her people to the world. This book tells the story of some of the many hundreds of thousands of Scots who have contributed to the fabric of modern world. In here are explorers and entrepreneurs, settlers and soldiers, politicians and missionaries, traders and police officers. They are a diverse lot with only two things in common: they made their home in a foreign land, and they hailed from Scotland. The world is all the richer for the part they played.

Step into the melancholic embrace of Gale Tempest, where the air resonates with palpable sorrow, echoing through cobblestone streets and crumbling structures. In this atmospheric setting, a poignant saga unfolds, centered around Caleb and Juliet, two souls ensnared by a tormented past. Their once-vibrant love now succumbs to an encroaching darkness, pushing them to confront the haunting history that tore them asunder. As Caleb teeters on the brink of madness and Juliet faces impending demise, their journey becomes a gripping exploration of love's complexity.

At 18 years old, Cornelia Hardcastle discovered an ugly family secret that could ruin her family. There is only one way to ensure the world doesn’t learn the truth: never marry. Now that she's 24, however, her parents have put their foot down. She must marry.

Retired spy Abigail Matheson has inherited the title of Marchioness of Buchman upon the death of her cousin. The title, which her cousin inherited from her father, should never have been hers. But that annoyance is forgotten when The Raven, Abigail’s superior, introduces her to Sir Stirling James. They request her assistance on one final mission: find the stolen crown jewels of Scotland.

When a return trip home from a clan meeting ends in a bloodbath, Laird Caeleb MacLeod begins his search for the clansman who betrayed them. Little does he know he need look no further than his bed.