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Loch Down Abbey

By: Beth Cowan-Erskine
Narrated by: Eilidh Beaton
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Who killed Lord Inverkillen? Lockdown meets Downton Abbey in this playful, humorous mystery set in 1930s Scotland.

No one in. No one out.

Family can be murder....

It's the 1930s, and a mysterious illness is spreading over Scotland. But the noble and ancient family of Inverkillen, residents of Loch Down Abbey, are much more concerned with dwindling toilet roll supplies and who will look after the children now that Nanny has regretfully (and most inconveniently) departed this life.

Then Lord Inverkillen, earl and head of the family, is found dead in mysterious circumstances. The inspector declares it an accident but Mrs MacBain, the head housekeeper, isn't so convinced. As no one is allowed in or out because of the illness, the residents of the house - both upstairs and downstairs - are the only suspects. With the earl's own family too busy doing what can only be described as nothing, she decides to do some digging - in between chores, of course - and in doing so uncovers a whole host of long-hidden secrets, lies and betrayals that will alter the dynamics of the household for ever.

Perfect for fans of Downton Abbey, Agatha Christie and Richard Osman's The Thursday Murder Club, Loch Down Abbey is a playful, humorous mystery that will keep you guessing!

©2021 Beth Cowan-Erskine (P)2021 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
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A little different from the usual formula and a very enjoyable yarn. Narration was excellent also

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Really enjoyed this story and I can’t wait for the authors next book. Please continue with these wonderful characters.

Didn’t want it to end!

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Enjoyed this trip back to Downton Abbey era even though it was sometimes a bit confusing with so many characters and points of view. Very amusing descriptions of contrasting upstairs/downstairs lifestyles, especially when facing major changes in living conditions, eg, one of the aristocratic ladies trying to make her bed for the first time. I thought the narrator did an excellent job of depicting all the different characters, especially the “dowager duchess” who was indeed just like Violet in Downton Abbey!

Very enjoyable and well narrated.

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Fell across this as I love the narrators style so was looking for more of her work. Brilliant first novel by the author- really hope she writes more. If you love a period drama and a mystery you will love it

Hope the author writes more

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Do not waste your money on this ridiculous story and the narration is awful. She can’t even pronounce marquis says he is a marquee!

Totally ridiculous and badly narrated

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