DOUGLAS WATT was born in Edinburgh and brought up there and in Aberdeen. He was educated at Edinburgh University where he gained an MA and PhD in Scottish History. Douglas is the author of a series of historical crime novels set in late 17th century Scotland featuring investigative advocate John MacKenzie and his side-kick Davie Scougall. He is also the author of The Price of Scotland, a prize-winning history of Scotland’s Darien Disaster. He lives in Midlothian with his wife Julie.

A mysterious death, secrets, lies and a pair of dogged detectives. Throw in some impeccable history, religious fervour and a secret society and you have an intriguing read. DOUGLAS SKELTONThis book was fantastic, and I flew through it in a couple of evenings. It’s almost as if it was written for me! GRAEME_CThis is one of those books that the characters are just instantly interesting and intriguing. It’s hard to pinpoint why but right away I was invested in them. Even some of minor characters had some interesting backstories and felt fleshed out. ADAMTRIESBOOKSExceptionally well-written, this murder mystery is an intricate narrative which is interwoven with historical events of 17th century Scotland. I thoroughly enjoyed the slow, linear storytelling, with the main character uncovering a new clue in each chapter, gradually getting closer to the killer. ADREAMERONTHERUNI have immediately gone and added the rest of the books to my wishlist. KATIELUVSTOREADA really gripping, suspenseful read! Murder mystery meets history - it was the perfect book for me! MUM_OF_BOYS_NORTHEASTI really loved the historical element of this book. The reign of William and Mary isn't one I know much about, and I found the religious discourse between the Christian denominations particularly interesting. Douglas has clearly done his research for this series. BLUEFAIRYBUGSBOOKSI enjoyed this book as I'm not overly familiar with Scottish history in the late 17th century, and I could picture the scenes well. JOHANNESBOOKRECCOMENDATIONSA Case of Desecration in the West is a journey into a cesspit of dark secrets that will keep you on the edge of your seat.BOOKWORMWHITLOCK86Although a work of fiction, the research that must have gone into this book was fantastic - the local history of Lanarkshire and that of the Glasgow Slave Trade coming together. PROMISING_PAGESThis historical mystery is perfect if you’re interested in Scottish history! BOOKSTAGRAM_HANNI love mysteries where you can follow along and try and solve the cases yourself. I won’t give any spoilers for this one but definitely a fun one. HANNAHSBOOKISHJOURNEYLots of twists and turns. Red herrings which I didn't see coming. SUE.WALLACE1974

DOUGLAS WATT was born in Edinburgh and brought up there and in Aberdeen. He was educated at Edinburgh University where he gained an MA and PhD in Scottish History. Douglas is the author of a series of historical crime novels set in late 17th century Scotland featuring investigative advocate John MacKenzie and his side-kick Davie Scougall. He is also the author of The Price of Scotland, a prize-winning history of Scotland’s Darien Disaster. He lives in Midlothian with his wife Julie.

A mysterious death, secrets, lies and a pair of dogged detectives. Throw in some impeccable history, religious fervour and a secret society and you have an intriguing read. DOUGLAS SKELTONThis book was fantastic, and I flew through it in a couple of evenings. It’s almost as if it was written for me! GRAEME_CThis is one of those books that the characters are just instantly interesting and intriguing. It’s hard to pinpoint why but right away I was invested in them. Even some of minor characters had some interesting backstories and felt fleshed out. ADAMTRIESBOOKSExceptionally well-written, this murder mystery is an intricate narrative which is interwoven with historical events of 17th century Scotland. I thoroughly enjoyed the slow, linear storytelling, with the main character uncovering a new clue in each chapter, gradually getting closer to the killer. ADREAMERONTHERUNI have immediately gone and added the rest of the books to my wishlist. KATIELUVSTOREADA really gripping, suspenseful read! Murder mystery meets history - it was the perfect book for me! MUM_OF_BOYS_NORTHEASTI really loved the historical element of this book. The reign of William and Mary isn't one I know much about, and I found the religious discourse between the Christian denominations particularly interesting. Douglas has clearly done his research for this series. BLUEFAIRYBUGSBOOKSI enjoyed this book as I'm not overly familiar with Scottish history in the late 17th century, and I could picture the scenes well. JOHANNESBOOKRECCOMENDATIONSA Case of Desecration in the West is a journey into a cesspit of dark secrets that will keep you on the edge of your seat.BOOKWORMWHITLOCK86Although a work of fiction, the research that must have gone into this book was fantastic - the local history of Lanarkshire and that of the Glasgow Slave Trade coming together. PROMISING_PAGESThis historical mystery is perfect if you’re interested in Scottish history! BOOKSTAGRAM_HANNI love mysteries where you can follow along and try and solve the cases yourself. I won’t give any spoilers for this one but definitely a fun one. HANNAHSBOOKISHJOURNEYLots of twists and turns. Red herrings which I didn't see coming. SUE.WALLACE1974