Dandy Gilver

Dandy Gilver

Series by Catriona McPherson

Join Dandy Gilver, a spirited amateur sleuth in post-World War I Scotland, as she unravels gripping mysteries amid the societal upheaval of the era, blending sharp wit and keen observation to transform from a bored housewife into a formidable detective in this captivating historical mystery series.

Step into the beguiling world of post-war Scotland, where the glitter of high society contrasts sharply with the shadows of untold secrets. In Catriona McPherson's captivating *Dandy Gilver* series, you’ll follow the keen-witted Dandy Gilver as she dances through the intriguing labyrinth of 1920s life, armed with nothing but her sharp instincts and insatiable curiosity. As a wife and mother seeking reprieve from the mundanity of domesticity, Dandy discovers that her talent for sniffing out the truth is more than a mere diversion—it’s a calling. From the enigmatic members of the Duffy family, cloaked in a web of deceit, to the shocking events surrounding a lonely cottage in Galloway, Dandy's pursuit of justice becomes a thrilling race against a backdrop of societal expectations and personal risk. Will she piece together the mysteries that threaten to ensnare her friends and family, or will she become another casualty of the very secrets she seeks to unveil? Adventurous, clever, and endlessly engaging, the *Dandy Gilver* series invites you to unravel each new puzzle alongside Dandy, plunging deeper into the intricate tapestry of human nature and the hidden lives of those around her. Ready to follow this indomitable sleuth as she transforms boredom into bold investigations? The chase is on!

Books in this Series

Dandy Gilver

After the Armistice Ball

Published in 2005

The Burry Man's Day

Published in 2006

Bury Her Deep

Published in 2007

The Winter Ground

Published in 2008

Proper Treatment of Bloodstains

Published in 2009

Unsuitable Day For A Murder

Published in 2010

Bothersome Number of Corpses

Published in 2012

A Deadly Measure of Brimstone

Published in 2013

The Reek of Red Herrings

Published in 2014

The Unpleasantness in the Ballroom

Published in 2015

The Most Misleading Habit

Published in 2016

Spot of Toil and Trouble

Published in 2017

A Step So Grave

Published in 2018

The Turning Tide

Published in 2020

The Mirror Dance

Published in 2021

The Witching Hour

Published in 2024

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