The novel centres on Oriole Forsyth and the troubled legacy of Drumdalloch, where the future of the family estate and its ancient woodland has become the focus of a controversial luxury hotel development. When Giles Forsyth is found dead and his son Jay disappears, suspicion falls on those closest to the family. Meanwhile, ambitious plans for the estate conceal darker financial interests, while police connections raise troubling questions about corruption and the misuse of power.
As Strang investigates, he discovers that the case is far more complicated than a simple family dispute. With Jay potentially in grave danger and powerful people determined to protect their interests, Strang must uncover the truth before another life is lost. KILLER IN BLACK ISLE is a tense Scottish crime mystery filled with deception, suspense, and deadly secrets.