THE KILLING SHED: A page-turning murder mystery set against the beauty of the Scottish Highlands (Chrissy Ferguson Book 1) (CHRISSY FERGUSON MYSTERIES) - Softcover

Janet, C.L.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1838401601 ISBN 13: 9781838401603

Publisher: CLJ Publishing, 2023

Synopsis

Twenty years ago, a young girl was brutally murdered, her body left in an abandoned shed in the Scottish Highlands.

Her killer was never caught.

Now, another girl has vanished from the same remote village of Kinloch Rannoch, and DCI
Ross Fraser and his team are sent to find her. A dogged, methodical investigator with no taste for theatrics, Fraser builds his cases piece by piece. But with no sightings, no suspects, and the clock relentlessly ticking, he begins to fear the same killer has struck again—and that it’s only a matter of time before another body is found.

Four years ago, forensic psychologist Dr. Chrissy Ferguson slammed the door on her life in Kinloch Rannoch and vowed never to return. The loch had taken everything from her, and she could no longer bear to live in its shadow.

But escaping the past is never easy.

Since she ran from the Highland’s to get lost in the bustling city, Chrissy’s sleep has been tormented by vivid dreams of a young girl’s murder—visions so real they leave her shaken. She told herself it was nothing more than trauma. Hallucinations. Shadows of grief.

But what if she was wrong?

Back in the village choked with secrets and haunted by guilt, Chrissy must face the truth she tried to forget.

The killer knows her inside out—and this time, they won’t stop.

Gritty, atmospheric, and unflinchingly tense, The Killing Shed is the first in a gripping new crime series by C.L. Janet. Perfect for fans of twisted serial killers, remote locations, and unreliable witnesses. If you read M.W. Craven, Angela Marsons, or LJ Ross, you’ll want this on your list.

What readers are saying about the Chrissy Ferguson Mysteries series

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'This series was written beautifully. Descriptions were great and because I live in Perth the stories were local. Nice to have leading characters with believable flaws. Read them all over a week. PLEASE let there be more soon.' Verified Amazon Review

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'I stepped out of my comfort zone and into the Scottish Highlands with The Killing Shed, the first Chrissy Ferguson Mystery. This gripping tale follows Dr. Chrissy Ferguson as she confronts her dark past and becomes entangled in a murder investigation. Alongside DCI Ross Fraser, Chrissy navigates the treacherous landscape of her hometown, Kinloch Rannoch. With its complex web of secrets and surprising twists, this book had me holding on tight. The author artfully weaves together the threads of Chrissy's past and the murder mystery, keeping me on the edge of my seat. I will definitely be checking out the next book 🤓' Verified Amazon Review

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘This is a brilliantly written book. Great characters - people you would enjoy spending time with. Plot has lots of twists and turns with all manner of surprises.’ Verified Amazon Review

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Captivating from the first page, I highly recommend this absorbing thriller.’ Verified Amazon Review

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘A fast paced mystery with many twists and turns. Interesting characters who keep surprising you throughout.’ Goodreads Reviewer

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Could not stop reading this book, keeps you on your toes. It did not end the way I thought it would.’ Goodreads Reviewer

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Really enjoyed this book. Convincing characters and great plot twists. Some grisly sections which added to the believability of the story. I read it in a couple of evenings and I am sure you will, too! Looking forward to finding out what’s next for Chrissy!’ Verified Amazon Review

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Absolutely loved this book, roll out the next dozen! Couldn't fault it.’ Verified Amazon Review

About this title

About the Author

Inspired by her Scottish home, C.L. Janet (Clare) writes murder mysteries set against the dramatic, breath-taking and sometimes unforgiving backdrop of the Highland Perthshire. Complimented for her ability to draw readers into the lives of her characters, Clare uses her diverse life experiences to weave enthralling narratives that place the reader at the heart of the story. Born in South Yorkshire to a working-class family, Clare dreamed big, leaving her native Doncaster for London at 17yrs of age to study ballet. Dance careers are short and as age crept up, she began to look for something beyond pointe shoes and performances, eventually returning to school to study for a Doctorate in Psychology. Since obtaining her Ph.D. sixteen years ago, Clare has worked as an academic, lecturing to university students and authoring numerous scientific papers. An enduring dream to pursue more creative writing came to fruition after a family tragedy caused her to re-evaluate the important things in life. Now, she combines the shaping of young minds with writing novels and spending time with the loves of her life - her husband Ian and Nessie, the rather noisy bearded collie.

Edition details

• Publisher: CLJ Publishing
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1838401601
• ISBN 13: 9781838401603
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 404