A Tale from Kinloch by Denzil Meyrick 3 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Hardback

Titles in This Set:
Ghosts in the Gloaming
A Large Measure of Snow
A Toast to the Old Stones

Format: Hardcover

Overview:
Step into Kinloch, a rugged Scottish coastal town, with this three-book collection from Denzil Meyrick. Ghosts in the Gloaming, A Large Measure of Snow, and A Toast to the Old Stones gather three seasons of Kinloch life, each built around the working harbor, close-knit families, and the unpredictable sea. The hardcover edition offers consistent, atmospheric storytelling that follows Sandy Hoynes and his crew as loyalty, risk, and reputation collide under pressure. These novels stand alone, yet together they form a coherent, year-long journey that rewards readers with a deeper sense of place and a persistent sense of suspense. This book collection is an ideal gift for fans of Scottish noir, coastal crime, and immersive, character-driven mysteries who crave a complete, binge-worthy reading experience.

What This Collection Covers:
Across this trio, Meyrick threads a winter-spun arc through Kinloch’s tides, pubs, and backstreets. Ghosts in the Gloaming opens with the Girl Maggie back in port for urgent repairs, and a late push to sail again unleashes consequences that threaten Hoynes’ liberty and reputation. A Large Measure of Snow drops Kinloch into December 1967 isolation, as heavy snow blankets roads and the town depends on the fishing fleet to bring essential supplies from Girvan; the surprise Young Fisherman of the Year accolade for Hamish intensifies the scrutiny and pride within the crew. A Toast to the Old Stones follows in 1968, as the New Year pilgrimage to the Auld Stones tests loyalties and friendships against a backdrop of tradition. The set delves into duty, courage, and the rituals that bind a remote community, while preserving Meyrick’s sharp wit and human warmth that define this coastal noir. If you enjoy a complete, time-spanning mystery with a strong sense of place, this collection delivers.

Book-by-Book Guide:

Ghosts in the Gloaming
Ghosts in the Gloaming follows Captain Hoynes as tensions rise after the Girl Maggie is sent back to sea for urgent repairs, and first mate Hamish’s persuasion leads to a decision whose repercussions threaten more than one life. The narrative unfolds on the open water and within the tight confines of a working crew, where trust is currency and every choice carries weight. Meyrick balances brisk nautical plotting with intimate character moments, revealing loyalties tested by danger and pride. The atmosphere blends salt air with a quiet menace and a touch of humor, giving readers a vivid sense of place and a cast whose fates feel intimately tied to Kinloch’s wind-swept shores.

A Large Measure of Snow
A Large Measure of Snow places Kinloch under a heavy December pall, isolating the town as roads vanish beneath deep snow and the community leans on the fishing fleet to bring essential supplies from Girvan. The voyage becomes a test of seamanship and nerve, while an unexpected accolade—Hamish’s Young Fisherman of the Year—adds a layer of public scrutiny to private loyalties. Meyrick’s prose captures the claustrophobia of being cut off and the resilience of those who keep moving forward. The tension grows with practical threats and human warmth, turning winter hardship into a testament to endurance and communal spirit.

A Toast to the Old Stones
In 1968, Kinloch gathers for the New Year pilgrimage to the Auld Stones, a tradition that tests who belongs and who serves the town’s legacy. Hamish’s invitation signals his rising standing within Kinloch’s fishing world, and Meyrick threads personal risk through ceremonial pageantry, making a revered ritual feel like a turning point. The story explores friendship and loyalty under pressure, with a series of choices that ripple beyond the stones themselves. The result is a tightly wound tale of belonging, risk, and reconciliation that lingers long after the final page, anchoring the set as a powerful, cohesive reading journey.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This collection is ideal for readers who love atmospheric Scottish crime fiction and maritime communities. It suits fans seeking a complete, year-spanning arc in Kinloch, with strong character development and a sense of place that feels almost tangible. The hardcover edition makes a thoughtful gift for crime-fiction devotees, book clubs, and fellow travelers who enjoy immersive plots, sharp dialogue, and a steady build of suspense across multiple books. Whether you’re revisiting Meyrick’s recurring cast or discovering Kinloch for the first time, this set rewards patience, attention to detail, and a love of stories that unfold like a long autumn voyage.

Key Benefits:

• Complete three-book collection in one hardcover edition
• Rich, atmospheric Kinloch setting with a loyal cast
• Time-spanning narrative ideal for binge reading
• Durable hardcover format—great for shelves and gifting
• Perfect for fans of maritime crime and Scottish noir
• Excellent choice for winter reading and book clubs

About the Author:
Denzil Meyrick is the author behind the Kinloch mysteries, writing coastal crime with a keen eye for character and place. His work blends tight, accessible prose with a deep sense of community, where fishermen, families, and local figures weave in and out of plots marked by tension, humor, and humanity. Meyrick’s voice is rooted in the rhythms of Scottish coastal life, delivering suspenseful, character-driven stories that feel authentic and lived-in. This collection showcases his distinctive style—crisp dialogue, evocative seascapes, and a patient, human-centered approach to crime that invites readers to invest in the people of Kinloch and the consequences of their choices.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
Three linked mysteries set against a vividly realized Scottish coast come together in a single, satisfying reading experience. The stories flow into one another, offering a complete journey through a Kinloch year while preserving each title’s individual thread. The hardcover edition provides a permanent home on your shelf and makes a thoughtful gift for lovers of coastal noir and strong character-driven crime. If you appreciate atmospheric settings, practical danger, and loyalty-tested communities, this set delivers a memorable, immersive reading experience that lingers well after closing the final page.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.