{"product_id":"book-hy6d","title":"The Herbalist's Secret","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo small lifeless bodies lie on the sand, arms carefully placed by their sides. On the other side of the loch stands an imposing house. It's almost as if it gives a silent howl of distress, echoing over the hills, making the birds turn their gaze down to the beach where the two bodies lie, awaiting discovery.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1889:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kitty Gray dreams of attending university and becoming a doctor, but when she is married off to Charles Maclean, one of Glasgow's richest and most eligible bachelors, her aspiration suddenly slips far from reach. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExiled to her new remote home in the Scottish Highlands, with its gargoyles, gothic arches and turrets, Kitty seeks solace in creating a restorative herb garden. Combining her medical knowledge and new-found fascination with herbalism, Kitty spends her days absorbed in a world of herbs and their healing properties until a devastating tragedy strikes...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2003\u003c\/strong\u003e: Caitlin Black arrives at Ardbray House determined to restore the crumbling mansion and Kitty's walled garden to their former glory, enlisting the help of long-time housekeeper Greer Mackenzie. But as Caitlin delves deeper into the history of this once magnificent home, she uncovers a past haunted by misfortune and grief. And beneath the blood-red roses that climb beside the bay window of the drawing room, a human skull is about to be unearthed. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe truth that has held Ardbray House captive for so long is surfacing, and with it, the heart-breaking secret of the herbalist who once lived there. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn evocative, beautifully written, and unforgettable mystery that will transport you to the wild and beautiful Scottish Highlands. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Herbalist’s Secret\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e will have fans of Fiona Valpy, Louise Douglas, and Rhys Bowen completely mesmerised. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReaders have fallen in love with \u003cem\u003eThe Herbalist’s Secret\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cstrong\u003eTruly incredible\u003c\/strong\u003e…\u003cstrong\u003eI couldn’t put it down and read it in a single day\u003c\/strong\u003e… \u003cstrong\u003einspiring, heartbreaking, and unforgettable\u003c\/strong\u003e… a book I recommend again and again.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cstrong\u003eWow where to begin\u003c\/strong\u003e… \u003cstrong\u003ethis author reeled me in from the first page and I devoured it at speed\u003c\/strong\u003e… There is so much to laud about this book, the style of writing, the characterisation, the plot ... and there is even a recipe for ginger cake! What is not to love!’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cstrong\u003eHeartwarming and heartbreaking\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Herbalist's Secret\u003c\/em\u003e will remain with me for a long time.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A fascinating mystery that \u003cstrong\u003ekept me turning the pages well past midnight\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eexquisitely written\u003c\/strong\u003e… \u003cstrong\u003ehas twists and turns you won't see coming\u003c\/strong\u003e.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cstrong\u003eI devoured this book in a day\u003c\/strong\u003e… wonderful.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cstrong\u003eWhat a beautifully well written absorbing read\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eThis book got me hooked from the beginning\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eAt the end of each chapter I was left on a cliffhanger\u003c\/strong\u003e… it’s a wonderful, put everything down and keep reading sort of book.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cstrong\u003eA great book to settle down with in front of the fire this winter\u003c\/strong\u003e.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘An \u003cstrong\u003eenchanting\u003c\/strong\u003e read that took me from the very first chapter on a journey that \u003cstrong\u003ewill stay with me for a long time\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eI was hooked from the first page, beautiful\u003c\/strong\u003e.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘A riveting debut, an original premise, an enigmatic heroine, and a compelling Highland setting, \u003cem\u003eThe Herbalist’s Secret\u003c\/em\u003e is a book \u003cstrong\u003eyou will not want to put down\u003c\/strong\u003e… \u003cstrong\u003eheartwarming and enchanting\u003c\/strong\u003e.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘\u003cstrong\u003eBeautiful and haunting\u003c\/strong\u003e… Kitty McLean will stay with me for some time.’ Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dreamscape","offers":[{"title":"Audiobook","offer_id":49353185755440,"sku":"BDhy6d","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Audio CD [ZE]","offer_id":49353185886512,"sku":"ZEhy6d","price":55.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Audio MP3-CD [ZM]","offer_id":49353186017584,"sku":"ZMhy6d","price":45.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/2784\/9264\/files\/450958-hy6d-Square.jpg?v=1734340759","url":"https:\/\/downpour.com\/products\/book-hy6d","provider":"Downpour","version":"1.0","type":"link"}