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Christine De Luca
Christine De Luca
Katherine Maitland has always wondered what happened to her Shetland grandfather when he emigrated to Winnipeg around 1900; why his life turned out the way it did. She sets out on a journey of discovery, based on the slimmest of evidence, and in the process, her own life takes a new and unforeseen turn.
Part historical, part contemporary quest, the two stories of this novel intertwine and reflect one another with considerable deftness. They are, above all else, about the human condition, and the constraints on deciding our own destinies.
Part historical, part contemporary quest, the two stories of this novel intertwine and reflect one another with considerable deftness. They are, above all else, about the human condition, and the constraints on deciding our own destinies.
Our price: £7.99
Around Shetland a Picture Guide
A perfect little picture book with a wide range of images from different photographers covering a wide range of subjects from classic views of Shetland, events and the wildlife of our isles. Eighty four images in total, all in full colour.
The longevity of this publication is testimony to its popularity. First published in 1992 this new edition of one of our best sellers is a great little pocket picture book for ex-pats, locals and tourists alike.
The longevity of this publication is testimony to its popularity. First published in 1992 this new edition of one of our best sellers is a great little pocket picture book for ex-pats, locals and tourists alike.
Our price: £6.99
Blue Lightning
Ann Cleeves
Ann Cleeves
The fourth novel in the Shetland series.
Detective Jimmy Perez returns to his home Fair Isle. A body has been found and the islanders react with fear and suspicion. , Detective Perez has no way off the island until the autumn storms subside. Cut off from the outside world, Jimmy must use whatever means he can, and fast, to find the killer.
Other titles by the author:
Raven Black
White Nights
Red Bones
Detective Jimmy Perez returns to his home Fair Isle. A body has been found and the islanders react with fear and suspicion. , Detective Perez has no way off the island until the autumn storms subside. Cut off from the outside world, Jimmy must use whatever means he can, and fast, to find the killer.
Other titles by the author:
Raven Black
White Nights
Red Bones
Our price: £7.99
Bright Pebbles
Edited by Mary Blance and Laureen Johnson
Edited by Mary Blance and Laureen Johnson
Bright Pebbles brings together the words, experiences and insights of fifty writers, in poetry and prose, dialect and English. They reflect Shetland as it is now, and as it was in the most recent past: the land, the sea, the seasons, the people, the music and lightsomeness, the ways of making a living. The book is amply illustrated with artwork and photographs. The accompanying CD features a selection of the best poems, in a rich mixture of contrasting Shetland voices, together with songs and music.
Our price: £14.99
Colours of Shetland
Kate Davies
Through these pages you will get a taste of the heritage that makes Shetland one of the world’s most knitterly destinations and be inspired to knit with yarn that has a genuine connection to the landscape in which it is produced. Showcasing Jamieson and Smith Jumper Weight, the flagship Shetland yarn with a marvellously varied palette, each project features the clear instructions, beautiful finish and attention to detail that are hallmarks of Kate’s designs.
Kate Davies
Through these pages you will get a taste of the heritage that makes Shetland one of the world’s most knitterly destinations and be inspired to knit with yarn that has a genuine connection to the landscape in which it is produced. Showcasing Jamieson and Smith Jumper Weight, the flagship Shetland yarn with a marvellously varied palette, each project features the clear instructions, beautiful finish and attention to detail that are hallmarks of Kate’s designs.
Our price: £14.99
Cows, Cars and Rucksacks!
Magnie Shearer
Magnie Shearer
Magnie Shearer’s first book Cats, Clouds and Flatpacks published in 2009 was generally acclaimed as one of the funniest books of the year. Now he brings his unique brand of humour to another collection of short stories depicting moments in his life that we can all relate to.
Our price: £9.99
Da Sangs At A'll Sing Ta Dee
Shetland Folk Society
Shetland Folk Society
An anthology of Shetland dialect, prose and poetry. The first edition of Da Sangs At A’ll Sing Ta Dee was produced by the Society in 1973, and it brought together a collection of songs and poetry set to music.
Our price: £15.99
Da Wye I Saw It
Robbie Johnson
Robbie Johnson
Now back in print due to popular demand.
Robert Johnson originally became interested in photography when, as a young boy, he found a Box Brownie lying in the house and, out of curiosity, started to experiment with it. The rest of his photographic career is captured in his extensive archive.
Robert Johnson originally became interested in photography when, as a young boy, he found a Box Brownie lying in the house and, out of curiosity, started to experiment with it. The rest of his photographic career is captured in his extensive archive.
Our price: £15.99
Dead Water
Ann Cleeves
Ann Cleeves
When the body of journalist Jerry Markham is found in a traditional Shetland boat, outside the house of the Fiscal, down at the Marina, young Detective Inspector Willow Reeves is drafted in from the Hebrides to head up the investigation.
Since the death of his fiancée, Inspector Jimmy Perez has been out of the loop, but his interest in this new case is stirred and he decides to help the inquiry. His local knowledge is invaluable as the close-knit community holds many secrets.
Markham – originally from Shetland - made a name for himself in London. He left the islands years before to pursue a burgeoning writing career. In his wake, he left a a scandal involving a young girl, Evie Watt, who is now engaged to a seaman. He had few friends there, so why was he back in Shetland?
Since the death of his fiancée, Inspector Jimmy Perez has been out of the loop, but his interest in this new case is stirred and he decides to help the inquiry. His local knowledge is invaluable as the close-knit community holds many secrets.
Markham – originally from Shetland - made a name for himself in London. He left the islands years before to pursue a burgeoning writing career. In his wake, he left a a scandal involving a young girl, Evie Watt, who is now engaged to a seaman. He had few friends there, so why was he back in Shetland?
Our price: £16.99
Death on a Longship
Marsali Taylor
Marsali Taylor
Hollywood glamour comes to the Shetland Islands – with deadly results!
Our price: £7.99
