Kinloch Tales

Name: Kinloch Tales
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SKU: 9781846976391
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The Collected Stories

By Denzil Meyrick

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Kinloch Tales by Denzil Meyrick offers a series of engaging stories set in the fictional Scottish town of Kinloch. These interwoven tales explore the lives and mysteries of its quirky inhabitants, combining wit and charm with a touch of intrigue. The narratives capture the essence of small-town life with detailed character portrayals and humour.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you’re drawn to tales set in a picturesque Scottish town, filled with mystery and local colour. The stories weave together humour and intrigue, offering an engaging escape into the lives and adventures of memorable characters. If you appreciate fiction with a strong sense of place and a blend of comedy and crime, this collection could be a delightful choice.

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Denzil Meyrick's three Tales from Kinloch are collected here in one paperback volume. From ghostly Vikings, to adventurous voyages, to old scores being settled, these stories are guaranteed to provide a fun-filled escape.

From the author of the global best-selling DCI Daley detective books, this is a series of nostalgic, humorous stories for fans of Scottish fiction like Neil Munro's Para Handy. Contains three stories featuring Sandy Hoynes and the crew of the Girl Maggie: A Large Measure of Snow, A Toast to the Old Stones, and Ghosts in the Gloaming.

'Wonderfully atmospheric, best consumed on a chilly winter's night in front of a roaring fire with a bottle of single malt close to hand... offers a brief, magical escape to a kinder, simpler time' — Roger Cox, The Scotsman

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Kinloch Tales showcases beautifully written narratives filled with humour, nostalgia, and charm, reflecting the author's evident affection for his characters and settings. The stories are described as ideal reads for cosy autumn nights.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781846976391

Publisher: Birlinn General

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Polygon An Imprint of Birlinn Limited

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 356g

Pages: 496

Collections

Crime & Thriller Denzil Meyrick Fiction General Fiction Humour Literary Fiction

About the Author

After studying politics, Denzil Meyrick worked as a police officer, distillery manager, freelance journalist, and company director. He is originally from Campbeltown in Argyll, but now lives with his wife Fiona on Loch Lomondside.

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