About the book
A treasure map leads a Scottish shop owner to a corpse in small-town Maine in this cozy mystery by the author of Kilt at the Highland Games.
The old Chadwick mansion on the edge of Moosetookalook, Maine, has been shrouded in mystery for generations. But when Scottish Emporium owner Liss MacCrimmon uncovers a treasure map at the mansion's estate sale, she never expected her curiosity would lead to a dead body. It's clear Liss isn't alone on this treasure hunt. With her life in real peril and the map at risk of being stolen, she launches into full-scale investigation mode. But as she deciphers clues and inches toward the dangerous culprit, Liss quickly realizes she's only a step away from ending up like the Chadwick clan—permanently wiped out.
Praise for X Marks the Scot
“Forgotten secrets, a mysterious mansion, a family of thieves, you never know what's coming next in this new Liss MacCrimmon Scottish Mystery. Best advice? Sit back and enjoy the ride.” —Suspense Magazine
“Plenty of small-town atmosphere and deliciously dubious suspects lift this entry.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Well-paced.” —Publishers Weekly
Editions of X Marks the Scot
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781496712608
- EBook
- ISBN 9781496712615
Read an Excerpt
A treasure map leads a Scottish shop owner to a corpse in small-town Maine in this cozy mystery by the author of Kilt at the Highland Games.
The old Chadwick mansion on the edge of Moosetookalook, Maine, has been shrouded in mystery for generations. But when Scottish Emporium owner Liss MacCrimmon uncovers a treasure map at the mansion's estate sale, she never expected her curiosity would lead to a dead body. It's clear Liss isn't alone on this treasure hunt. With her life in real peril and the map at risk of being stolen, she launches into full-scale investigation mode. But as she deciphers clues and inches toward the dangerous culprit, Liss quickly realizes she's only a step away from ending up like the Chadwick clan—permanently wiped out.
Praise for X Marks the Scot
“Forgotten secrets, a mysterious mansion, a family of thieves, you never know what's coming next in this new Liss MacCrimmon Scottish Mystery. Best advice? Sit back and enjoy the ride.” —Suspense Magazine
“Plenty of small-town atmosphere and deliciously dubious suspects lift this entry.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Well-paced.” —Publishers Weekly
Frequently Asked Questions
What is X Marks the Scot about?
A treasure map leads a Scottish shop owner to a corpse in small-town Maine in this cozy mystery by the author of Kilt at the Highland Games.
The old Chadwick mansion on the edge of Moosetookalook, Maine, has been shrouded in mystery for generations. But when Scottish Emporium owner Liss MacCrimmon uncovers a treasure map at the mansion's estate sale, she never expected her curiosity would lead to a dead body. It's clear Liss isn't alone on this treasure hunt. With her life in real peril and the map at risk of being stolen, she launches into full-scale investigation mode. But as she deciphers clues and inches toward the dangerous culprit, Liss quickly realizes she's only a step away from ending up like the Chadwick clan—permanently wiped out.
Praise for X Marks the Scot
“Forgotten secrets, a mysterious mansion, a family of thieves, you never know what's coming next in this new Liss MacCrimmon Scottish Mystery. Best advice? Sit back and enjoy the ride.” —Suspense Magazine
“Plenty of small-town atmosphere and deliciously dubious suspects lift this entry.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Well-paced.” —Publishers Weekly
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in X Marks the Scot?
Fiction > Crime and / or mystery fiction > Crime and mystery: cosy mystery
Where can I read a sample of X Marks the Scot?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781496712608
How long is X Marks the Scot and how many pages does it have?
X Marks the Scot has 304 page(s)
Is X Marks the Scot part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Liss MacCrimmon Mystery
Who is/are the Author/s of the book X Marks the Scot?
Kaitlyn Dunnett
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
X Marks the Scot is available as paperback(ISBN 9781496712608) and ebook(ISBN 9781496712615)
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