Death at Neist Point

Bestselling author J M Dalgliesh returns with a thrilling mystery in his sixth book of the Misty Isle series. Set against the dramatic backdrop of Neist Point, the story unfolds when the body of a missing teen is found near the iconic lighthouse, marked with injuries. Detective Inspector Duncan McAdam and his team are tasked with uncovering the truth behind the teenager's death. The story takes place during the Skye Ball, a traditional annual event for the island’s youth, highlighted by Scottish Country Dancing and a daring leap into Portree Harbour at dawn. This year, the event takes a dark turn when a dozen teens dive into the water, but one fails to emerge—an heir to a Highland land baron with terminal illness.Rescue teams search tirelessly, yet the boy remains missing. As those with interests in his fate gather, Detective McAdam faces the challenge of discerning whether the incident was a mere accident or something more malevolent. With readers lauding Dalgliesh's gripping prose and comparing his work to TV hits like "Shetland," this novel promises tension and intrigue for all crime fiction enthusiasts.