Books with author Helen Susan Swift

England, 1859. After schoolteacher Lorna Buchanan witnesses a strange ceremony on the grounds of St. Anne’s College, she is sacked by the tyrannical headmistress. Soon, Lorna is entangled in a web of mysticism and murder. Together with class troublemaker Margaret and the staunch Police Sergeant Caswell, Lorna investigates the cryptic clues that surround the deadly crimes happening in their small town.But are supernatural forces really to blame, or is someone with a more sinister motive behind the crimes?Praise:★★★★★ - “A good old-fashioned mystery.”★★★★★ - “Absolute delight to read. Swift's knack for historical detail enables the reader to savor the tale in glorious, imaginative color.”

In 19th century Isle of Wight, Sarah Bembridge sets on a journey of adventure and misadventure. With Napoleon Bonaparte just across the Channel, poised to invade, Sarah has other things on her mind.First she rescues a shipwrecked sailor, who she suspects to be French. Soon after, she gets engaged with a handsome officer. And when the mysterious Mr. Howard calls at her inn, Sarah’s life becomes even more complicated.A rollicking romance that sees Sarah search for a suitable husband across the backdrop of the Napoleonic War, her story takes her from deserted manor houses to country inns, ancient standing stones to bright churches and lonely cottages. But can she find her true love?

With Scotland’s clans divided by war, strong-willed heiress Jeannie Tweedie is kidnapped by a band of marauders and imprisoned deep in the Borderland.When she comes face-to-face with sworn family rival, Hugh Veitch, Jeannie must decide where her loyalties lie. Amid danger and desire, Jeannie finds herself torn between two men on opposing sides.Will she choose her beloved childhood sweetheart, or the dashing rescuer?

England, 1859. After schoolteacher Lorna Buchanan witnesses a strange ceremony on the grounds of St. Anne’s College, she is sacked by the tyrannical headmistress. Soon, Lorna is entangled in a web of mysticism and murder. Together with class troublemaker Margaret and the staunch Police Sergeant Caswell, Lorna investigates the cryptic clues that surround the deadly crimes happening in their small town.But are supernatural forces really to blame, or is someone with a more sinister motive behind the crimes?Praise:★★★★★ - “A good old-fashioned mystery.”★★★★★ - “Absolute delight to read. Swift's knack for historical detail enables the reader to savor the tale in glorious, imaginative color.”

A collection of valiant vessels and storied sea captains from years past, Pirates and Pickled Heads is an eclectic look at some of Scotland’s most unusual maritime stories.Within four sections spanning the personalities, ships, places, and pirates of Scotland, you’ll discover an intriguing nautical history nestled among sweeping sea views and lush coastal landscapes. From tales of warrior lords and privateers to the mystery of the Maggie Smith, and the strange legend of the remote island of Rona, you’ll explore the unique seafaring history of Scotland.

With Scotland's clans divided by war, strong-willed heiress Jeannie Tweedie is kidnapped by a band of marauders and imprisoned deep in the Borderland.When she comes face-to-face with sworn family rival, Hugh Veitch, Jeannie must decide where her loyalties lie. Amid danger and desire, Jeannie finds herself torn between two men on opposing sides.Will she choose her beloved childhood sweetheart, or the dashing rescuer?

Edinburgh, 1804.Dorothea Flockhart is hiding her past. A woman alone, she avoids men; even the personable Captain Rogers fails to stir her heart despite all his efforts.While Napoleon's armies threaten invasion, Scotland's capital still hosts balls, although the atmosphere is hectic and men don uniform to meet the impending turmoil.Carrying many secrets, Dorothea wends her way through the wynds of Edinburgh. But when a personification of the past returns to recreate the nightmares that have haunted her for a decade, which will triumph: love or fear?

On her 20th birthday, Mary Hepburn - daughter of the local magistrate - learns that she is to marry John Aitken, a much older man.Unhappy with this, Mary walks to the local moor to clear her mind. Instead, she meets and falls in love with the handsome Captain Ferintosh, when he saves her from whiskey smugglers. The situation gets even more complicated when Mary's father arrests Ferintosh.Soon, devious plans and mysteries begin to surface. But who is worthy of her love, and what secrets are the men around him hiding?

Edinburgh, 1804.Dorothea Flockhart is hiding her past. A woman alone, she avoids men; even the personable Captain Rogers fails to stir her heart despite all his efforts.While Napoleon's armies threaten invasion, Scotland's capital still hosts balls, although the atmosphere is hectic and men don uniform to meet the impending turmoil.Carrying many secrets, Dorothea wends her way through the wynds of Edinburgh. But when a personification of the past returns to recreate the nightmares that have haunted her for a decade, which will triumph: love or fear?

On her 20th birthday, Mary Hepburn - daughter of the local magistrate - learns that she is to marry John Aitken, a much older man.Unhappy with this, Mary walks to the local moor to clear her mind. Instead, she meets and falls in love with the handsome Captain Ferintosh, when he saves her from whiskey smugglers. The situation gets even more complicated when Mary's father arrests Ferintosh.Soon, devious plans and mysteries begin to surface. But who is worthy of her love, and what secrets are the men around him hiding?

In 19th century Isle of Wight, Sarah Bembridge sets on a journey of adventure and misadventure. With Napoleon Bonaparte just across the Channel, poised to invade, Sarah has other things on her mind.First she rescues a shipwrecked sailor, who she suspects to be French. Soon after, she gets engaged with a handsome officer. And when the mysterious Mr. Howard calls at her inn, Sarah’s life becomes even more complicated.A rollicking romance that sees Sarah search for a suitable husband across the backdrop of the Napoleonic War, her story takes her from deserted manor houses to country inns, ancient standing stones to bright churches and lonely cottages. But can she find her true love?