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Losers Club #7
Mistletoes: A Christmas Mystery – Losers Club
It’s almost Christmas and, in a ballroom just beyond the cobbled streets of Edinburgh’s Old Town, the most important event of the year is taking place – the Foxtrot Oscars. Mrs Hubbard’s whole senior citizenship has been building towards the moment she and her Douglas take the Over Sixties Swingers Cup. What could possibly go wrong, dearies?
When the Losers Club friends arrive to cheer the couple on, they expect a weekend of shopping, dancing and binge-watching all the TV programmes they can’t get back home. Instead, they find Mrs Hubbard missing and blood on the dancefloor.
With the city gridlocked and the police unable to reach them, it is up to Losers Club to investigate. Why would someone snatch the village shopkeeper? And what does it have to do with the contents of Mrs Hubbard’s third biggest handbag?
Helped by friends old and new, the Losers follow the trail through Edinburgh’s darkest places to solve a Jacobite mystery locked in time.
When the Losers Club friends arrive to cheer the couple on, they expect a weekend of shopping, dancing and binge-watching all the TV programmes they can’t get back home. Instead, they find Mrs Hubbard missing and blood on the dancefloor.
With the city gridlocked and the police unable to reach them, it is up to Losers Club to investigate. Why would someone snatch the village shopkeeper? And what does it have to do with the contents of Mrs Hubbard’s third biggest handbag?
Helped by friends old and new, the Losers follow the trail through Edinburgh’s darkest places to solve a Jacobite mystery locked in time.
220 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 17, 2023
About the author
Yvonne Vincent
37 books90 followersI’m the bestselling author of the Losers Club murder mysteries, a Scottish crime series featuring the questionable decision-making of a weight-loss group determined to outwit the police, and the directness of every Aberdeenshire mam ever.
The series has attracted thousands of reader reviews, been optioned for TV, and Game of Trust was shortlisted for the Comedy Women in Print Prize.
I also write the soon to be released DI Hunter Deed series, set in Aberdeenshire, where the crimes are darker and the investigation is considerably more professional. But aye, there’s still a dollop of Scottish humour in there.
Away from murder, I’m the woman behind the Facebook blog Growing Old Disgracefully and the Hear Me Roar podcast and stage show.
I live in the North East of England and can frequently be found roaming the local parks, shouting for my two Jack Russells escape artists. I have a slightly obsessive brain that gobbles up everything it needs to know on a subject then moves on, which can lead me down some interesting rabbit holes when I’m researching my books. If you ever need to know about the history of Argyle socks, I’m your woman.
The series has attracted thousands of reader reviews, been optioned for TV, and Game of Trust was shortlisted for the Comedy Women in Print Prize.
I also write the soon to be released DI Hunter Deed series, set in Aberdeenshire, where the crimes are darker and the investigation is considerably more professional. But aye, there’s still a dollop of Scottish humour in there.
Away from murder, I’m the woman behind the Facebook blog Growing Old Disgracefully and the Hear Me Roar podcast and stage show.
I live in the North East of England and can frequently be found roaming the local parks, shouting for my two Jack Russells escape artists. I have a slightly obsessive brain that gobbles up everything it needs to know on a subject then moves on, which can lead me down some interesting rabbit holes when I’m researching my books. If you ever need to know about the history of Argyle socks, I’m your woman.
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December 13, 2023
A perfect mood lifter
I laughed loudly at many parts of this book. It is the first one in the series that I have read so I shall go back and read what went before. Hilarious characters, a smattering of Jacobite history, a kidnapping and a murder; the perfect recipe for a jolly good read.
I laughed loudly at many parts of this book. It is the first one in the series that I have read so I shall go back and read what went before. Hilarious characters, a smattering of Jacobite history, a kidnapping and a murder; the perfect recipe for a jolly good read.
November 29, 2023
A wonderful story, funny (I REALLY liked the ending - I'm still chortling quietly whilst hoping that Sgt Wilson doesn't hear) and over far too quickly. Chocolate and books can be devoured with equal speed around me. Yvonne, if you read this, you are brilliant! See, it's in writing, so it must be true.
Now, when is the next book due?
Now, when is the next book due?
December 17, 2023
Do not read this on public transport!
Another fun mystery romp with the Losers Club . Just be prepared for unexpected sniggers and laugh out loud explosions! I tried to read it on the train but it was too embarrassing 😳
The characters are so loveable and eccentric- can’t wait for the next adventure . Definitely recommend for a holiday read.
Another fun mystery romp with the Losers Club . Just be prepared for unexpected sniggers and laugh out loud explosions! I tried to read it on the train but it was too embarrassing 😳
The characters are so loveable and eccentric- can’t wait for the next adventure . Definitely recommend for a holiday read.
February 15, 2024
Not sure where Christmas fit in but great mystery
Another great mystery with the usual characters, some old characters return and some new characters. This story was definitely different but very good. Certainly the snow added to a Christmas feel but the rest of the story was more about murder, theft, and the lives of the people in the series.
Another great mystery with the usual characters, some old characters return and some new characters. This story was definitely different but very good. Certainly the snow added to a Christmas feel but the rest of the story was more about murder, theft, and the lives of the people in the series.
December 7, 2023
Utterly gorgeous
and that's just the epilogue.
I love the losers club series.
Sergeant Wilson is absolutely amazing.
Her use of language is stunning.
Read them all.
You won't regret it.
and that's just the epilogue.
I love the losers club series.
Sergeant Wilson is absolutely amazing.
Her use of language is stunning.
Read them all.
You won't regret it.
December 31, 2023
Wasn't fond of the language but the historical references in the second half was mark on for that of an amateur historian that I am. Told myself I would finish it and I did. Not a bad book just not my liking hence the 3 stars.
February 10, 2024
what an adventure!!
Interesting to read about Losers Club on the road. A very up to date adventure that licked along, with all the favourite characters. Real ‘edge of the seat’ stuff. I can seriously recommend this book!
Interesting to read about Losers Club on the road. A very up to date adventure that licked along, with all the favourite characters. Real ‘edge of the seat’ stuff. I can seriously recommend this book!
May 4, 2024
The club's cases are getting more dangerous but Penny is getting more clever. Sgt Wilson is still scary but they each seem to be able to handle her easier. Ellie-Minty is going to be a force unto herself soon. I love the characters and their idiosyncrasies. I will keep coming back for more.
May 23, 2024
Fabulous, darling!
Another brilliant story featuring the Losers Club with lots to look forward to in the next book..I can't wait!
Yvonne writes a wonderful murder mystery with plenty of suspense, twists and laughs..
Love it! 5*
Another brilliant story featuring the Losers Club with lots to look forward to in the next book..I can't wait!
Yvonne writes a wonderful murder mystery with plenty of suspense, twists and laughs..
Love it! 5*
January 9, 2025
Simply brilliant
Omg this series of books get better and better,the characters are brilliantly written and the interaction between them is fantastic. This one is just as witty as the previous books and laughing aloud is a .ust.
Omg this series of books get better and better,the characters are brilliantly written and the interaction between them is fantastic. This one is just as witty as the previous books and laughing aloud is a .ust.
August 17, 2025
As always, a hilarious romp. Martisha's put downs are wondrous! Loved Yvonne's reference to herself as an author. Nice touch. Already downloaded Game of Trust and shall enjoy reading at least the first couple of chapters before bed tonight!
September 9, 2025
Astonishing!
How does Yvonne ever finish her books with all the laughing that must go on? Her play on words is remarkable. My husband wonders why I'm constantly in tears. It couldn't be that funny, could it? Enjoy!
How does Yvonne ever finish her books with all the laughing that must go on? Her play on words is remarkable. My husband wonders why I'm constantly in tears. It couldn't be that funny, could it? Enjoy!
October 18, 2025
I love these books. The characters are hilarious and so relatable, well most of the time !! If you love a cosy mystery but want something a bit more bawdy than Miss Maple, then these are the books for you.
November 20, 2023
Fabulous Series
Absolutely score this series. Love Yvonne Vincent's writing. Wonderful characters great story line, couldn't stop laughing. Looking forward to next book.
Absolutely score this series. Love Yvonne Vincent's writing. Wonderful characters great story line, couldn't stop laughing. Looking forward to next book.
November 21, 2023
Another Corker
Brilliant read - looking forward to the next book in the series - the Losers rule the Highlands and our hearts
Brilliant read - looking forward to the next book in the series - the Losers rule the Highlands and our hearts
December 6, 2023
Great
Yet another brilliant story in this series. I really look forward to reading the next one. I actually laugh out loud when I'm reading them
Yet another brilliant story in this series. I really look forward to reading the next one. I actually laugh out loud when I'm reading them
December 9, 2023
Yvonne never fails to bring humour to a dark subject. Not many murder mysteries make me laugh out loud. The Foxtrot Oscars got me. 😂
January 1, 2024
Mistletoe: A Christmas Mystery
Good book. I laughed my butt off . lots of twist and turns. That police officer is something else. . hope there another after this.
Good book. I laughed my butt off . lots of twist and turns. That police officer is something else. . hope there another after this.
February 5, 2024
Loved it
I Ioved the whole series, Loved the mysteries & the characters. I laughed so much.
I hope there are more to come.
I Ioved the whole series, Loved the mysteries & the characters. I laughed so much.
I hope there are more to come.
June 21, 2024
fabulous read
Very enjoyable, hilarious characters and a plot full of twists and turns. Not to be missed. A real page turner
Very enjoyable, hilarious characters and a plot full of twists and turns. Not to be missed. A real page turner
August 19, 2024
Losers win again
Another great story by Yvonne Vincent. The dialogue between the characters is brilliant. Great story,full of twists and turns. Brilliant.
Another great story by Yvonne Vincent. The dialogue between the characters is brilliant. Great story,full of twists and turns. Brilliant.
September 10, 2024
Made me giggle.
I’ve been binge (what rhymes with binge Sargent Wilson?) reading the series, I’ve learnt a lot of new words….. It’s fab,very enjoyable!!
I’ve been binge (what rhymes with binge Sargent Wilson?) reading the series, I’ve learnt a lot of new words….. It’s fab,very enjoyable!!
December 18, 2024
Loved this series of books good lighthearted read
February 7, 2025
Fun quick reads
I enjoyed the characters and laughed out loud more than once. These are quick fun reads. I enjoyed the group of characters and getting to know them.
I enjoyed the characters and laughed out loud more than once. These are quick fun reads. I enjoyed the group of characters and getting to know them.
October 29, 2025
Great! another good one in the series.
November 30, 2025
Hysterical characters
Very imaginative storytelling! Translating the insults and cuss words is very entertaining. Lots of “laugh out loud” scenes throughout the books.
Very imaginative storytelling! Translating the insults and cuss words is very entertaining. Lots of “laugh out loud” scenes throughout the books.
December 18, 2025
Adorable, love those characters, keep their adventures coming!
December 20, 2024
I don’t really know these characters so it was a bit of a weird jump in, felt a little overly forced in terms of trying to make it funny but it was ok- Not really the Christmas story I wanted though!
April 17, 2026
Absolutely hilarious, oh how I adore Sargent Wilson & her very inventive swearing.
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