Return to Drumlychtoun
(2026)(The sixth book in the Ian Skair Scottish Mystery series)
A novel by Hilary Pugh
Deep in the Scottish Highlands, old wounds are about to be ripped wide open.
Private Investigator Ian Skair is used to a quieter life these days, but his past is about to catch up with him. When an old police inspector friend asks him for a life-changing favour, Ian can't say no. The job? Take on Cal Cameron—an ex-colleague who has just been released after being falsely imprisoned for corruption.
For Ian, Cal’s case strikes dangerously close to home. The corruption ring that framed Cal is the same operation responsible for the gunshot injury that ended Ian’s own police career.
Cal is free, but he isn't safe. He possesses explosive information that could fully clear his name—and someone is desperate to keep him quiet. When sinister threats target Cal’s family, Ian realizes they are dealing with an enemy who will stop at nothing to bury the truth forever.
To protect his new partner and finally get justice for his own past, Ian must navigate a treacherous web of deception, crooked cops, and hidden shadows.
Return to Scotland with Ian Skair in his most personal, gripping, and atmospheric investigation yet. Perfect for fans of traditional British crime, complex mysteries, and rich character dynamics.
Pre-order your copy today to join Ian Skair on his highly anticipated return!
Genre: Mystery
Private Investigator Ian Skair is used to a quieter life these days, but his past is about to catch up with him. When an old police inspector friend asks him for a life-changing favour, Ian can't say no. The job? Take on Cal Cameron—an ex-colleague who has just been released after being falsely imprisoned for corruption.
For Ian, Cal’s case strikes dangerously close to home. The corruption ring that framed Cal is the same operation responsible for the gunshot injury that ended Ian’s own police career.
Cal is free, but he isn't safe. He possesses explosive information that could fully clear his name—and someone is desperate to keep him quiet. When sinister threats target Cal’s family, Ian realizes they are dealing with an enemy who will stop at nothing to bury the truth forever.
To protect his new partner and finally get justice for his own past, Ian must navigate a treacherous web of deception, crooked cops, and hidden shadows.
Return to Scotland with Ian Skair in his most personal, gripping, and atmospheric investigation yet. Perfect for fans of traditional British crime, complex mysteries, and rich character dynamics.
Pre-order your copy today to join Ian Skair on his highly anticipated return!
Genre: Mystery