I’m delighted to be part of the blog tour, organised by Lynsey Adams of Reading Between the Lines, for An Imposter in Shetland, a mystery by Marsali Taylor.
About the Book
When an internet lifestyle influencer arrives on Shetland to document her ‘perfect’ holiday, the locals are somewhat sceptical.
Joining a boat trip to the remote islands of St Kilda with sailing sleuth Cass Lynch and her partner DI Gavin Macrae, the young woman seems more concerned with her phone than the scenery.
But when it’s time to leave, there’s no sign of her. Despite mounting a desperate search, she’s seemingly vanished without trace – from a small island in the middle of the sea.
As a puzzling investigation gathers pace, there are more questions than answers – and uncovering the truth will reveal dark and long-hidden secrets…
About the Author
Marsali Taylor grew up near Edinburgh, and came to Shetland as a newly-qualified teacher. She is currently a part-time teacher on Shetland’s scenic west side, living with her husband and two Shetland ponies. Marsali is a qualified STGA tourist-guide who is fascinated by history, and has published plays in Shetland’s distinctive dialect, as well as a history of women’s suffrage in Shetland. She’s also a keen sailor who enjoys exploring in her own 8m yacht, and an active member of her local drama group.
My Review
I found this novel to be extremely well-written. In particular, I admire Marsali’s ability to include local vocabulary without in any way spoiling my enjoyment, even though I began reading with no prior knowledge. I was especially enamoured with the word sit-ootery.
In addition to a sample of the dialect, I learned about living in Shetland, the geography of the area, and sailing. I wasn’t surprised to read that Marsali is a keen sailor, as her descriptions radiate the joy of sailing as well as the details of keeping a yacht heading in the right direction.
How does a person simply disappear? Naturally, I can’t reveal the answer to that question, but I can reveal that the ending is exciting and believable. Highly recommended.
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