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THE MUNRO & WEST MYSTERIES Books 1-8: Eight gripping Scottish detective novels
A bumper box set of the first eight books in Pete Brassett's bestselling Scottish mystery series.
An absolute must-have for crime fiction fans!
SHE – Book 1 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
With a serial killer on their hands, Scottish detective Munro and rookie sergeant West must act fast to trace a woman placed at a crime scene. Yet discovering her true identity, let alone finding her, proves difficult. Soon they realise the crime is far graver than either of them could have imagined.
AVARICE – Book 2 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A sleepy Scottish town, a murder in a glen. The local police chief doesn’t want a fuss and calls in DI Munro to lead the investigation. But Munro is a stickler for procedure, and his sidekick Charlie West has a nose for a cover up. Someone in the town is guilty, will they find out who?
ENMITY – Book 3 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
When it comes to frustrating a criminal investigation, this killer has all the moves. A spate of murders is causing havoc in a remote Scottish town. Enter Detective Inspector Munro to catch the red herrings and uncover an elaborate and wicked ruse.
DUPLICITY – Book 4 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
When a foreign worker casually admits to the murder of a local businessman, detectives in a small Scottish town guess that the victim’s violent death points to a more complex cause. Money appears to be a motive, but will anyone believe that they might be in fact dealing with a crime of passion?
TERMINUS – Book 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Avid fans of Scottish detective James Munro will be worrying it is the end of the line for their favourite sleuth when, battered and bruised following a hit and run, the veteran crime-solver can’t pin down a likely suspect.
TALION – Book 6 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Left to her own devices Detective Sergeant Charlie West struggles with the responsibility of a full-blown murder investigation when a man is pushed off a cliff. Once the police have discovered the identity of the dead man, and established his demise was definitely the result of foul play, the race is on to hunt down the murderer.
PERDITION – Book 7 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A man is found dead in his car. A goat is killed with a crossbow. What connects these events in a rural Scottish backwater? DI Charlotte West investigates in this gripping murder mystery that ends with a sucker punch of a twist.
RANCOUR – Book 8 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Police are suspicious when the body of a girl found on a mountainside tests positive for a date rape drug. They suspect a local Lothario is responsible. He certainly had the means, motive and opportunity. But is this really such a cut and dry case? A spanner is thrown in the works when another girl is found murdered. What are the police missing?
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An absolute must-have for crime fiction fans!
SHE – Book 1 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
With a serial killer on their hands, Scottish detective Munro and rookie sergeant West must act fast to trace a woman placed at a crime scene. Yet discovering her true identity, let alone finding her, proves difficult. Soon they realise the crime is far graver than either of them could have imagined.
AVARICE – Book 2 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A sleepy Scottish town, a murder in a glen. The local police chief doesn’t want a fuss and calls in DI Munro to lead the investigation. But Munro is a stickler for procedure, and his sidekick Charlie West has a nose for a cover up. Someone in the town is guilty, will they find out who?
ENMITY – Book 3 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
When it comes to frustrating a criminal investigation, this killer has all the moves. A spate of murders is causing havoc in a remote Scottish town. Enter Detective Inspector Munro to catch the red herrings and uncover an elaborate and wicked ruse.
DUPLICITY – Book 4 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
When a foreign worker casually admits to the murder of a local businessman, detectives in a small Scottish town guess that the victim’s violent death points to a more complex cause. Money appears to be a motive, but will anyone believe that they might be in fact dealing with a crime of passion?
TERMINUS – Book 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Avid fans of Scottish detective James Munro will be worrying it is the end of the line for their favourite sleuth when, battered and bruised following a hit and run, the veteran crime-solver can’t pin down a likely suspect.
TALION – Book 6 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Left to her own devices Detective Sergeant Charlie West struggles with the responsibility of a full-blown murder investigation when a man is pushed off a cliff. Once the police have discovered the identity of the dead man, and established his demise was definitely the result of foul play, the race is on to hunt down the murderer.
PERDITION – Book 7 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A man is found dead in his car. A goat is killed with a crossbow. What connects these events in a rural Scottish backwater? DI Charlotte West investigates in this gripping murder mystery that ends with a sucker punch of a twist.
RANCOUR – Book 8 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Police are suspicious when the body of a girl found on a mountainside tests positive for a date rape drug. They suspect a local Lothario is responsible. He certainly had the means, motive and opportunity. But is this really such a cut and dry case? A spanner is thrown in the works when another girl is found murdered. What are the police missing?
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Published November 7, 2023
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About the author
Pete Brassett
33 books183 followersPete Brassett is the author of the best-selling series of detective novels based in and around his native Scotland featuring James Munro and Charlie West.
Following the publication of his debut novel, 'Clam Chowder at Lafayette and Spring', Pete ventured into the world of crime fiction tackling issues like PTSD, religious scandal, and manic depression with the novels 'Kiss the Girls', 'Prayer for the Dying' and 'The Girl From Kilkenny', before moving onto subject matter a little closer to home.
The forging of the Munro and West relationship begins with a fractious encounter in east London where a dissolute West, struggling with personal problems and misogynistic colleagues, is mentored by Munro who, recognising her potential, hoodwinks her into joining him back in Scotland where she flourishes as a first-class, yet ultimately flawed, detective.
Following the publication of his debut novel, 'Clam Chowder at Lafayette and Spring', Pete ventured into the world of crime fiction tackling issues like PTSD, religious scandal, and manic depression with the novels 'Kiss the Girls', 'Prayer for the Dying' and 'The Girl From Kilkenny', before moving onto subject matter a little closer to home.
The forging of the Munro and West relationship begins with a fractious encounter in east London where a dissolute West, struggling with personal problems and misogynistic colleagues, is mentored by Munro who, recognising her potential, hoodwinks her into joining him back in Scotland where she flourishes as a first-class, yet ultimately flawed, detective.
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January 22, 2025
Excellent stories
This author has his stuff together!!! I immediately fell in love with Charlie and within two pages respected and liked Jimbo immensely. I had to constantly reread parts that were confusing as to who was in conversation and who was not even in the room.(Hence 4 stars rather than 5) I also think the Character Page would be better at the beginning of the story instead of end. Having said this I will still read more of this series and probably try other works by Mr. Brassett.
This author has his stuff together!!! I immediately fell in love with Charlie and within two pages respected and liked Jimbo immensely. I had to constantly reread parts that were confusing as to who was in conversation and who was not even in the room.(Hence 4 stars rather than 5) I also think the Character Page would be better at the beginning of the story instead of end. Having said this I will still read more of this series and probably try other works by Mr. Brassett.
April 13, 2024
I thoroughly enjoyed this series of books. The interaction between the characters, especially West and Munro, are unique and captivating. The plots are believable and the endings always have an interesting and intriguing twist. I hope there are more books in this series.
May 12, 2024
Murder in the Highlands and Islands
James Munro a gritty, old school Detective takes a young DC,Charlie West under his wing and teaches her the skills needed to become a good Detective. The stories are good with unexpected twists and turns. Highly recommended
James Munro a gritty, old school Detective takes a young DC,Charlie West under his wing and teaches her the skills needed to become a good Detective. The stories are good with unexpected twists and turns. Highly recommended
June 5, 2024
Numero and West mysteries books 1-8
Really enjoyed these books can't wait to get the following books. Please don't let Munro for West would be a carp detective of he didn't keep her on the right track.
Really enjoyed these books can't wait to get the following books. Please don't let Munro for West would be a carp detective of he didn't keep her on the right track.
December 29, 2023
Excellent read, not to be missed.
What a fab read, kept me busy all over Christmas. Great characters and good plots with lots of unexpected twists.
What a fab read, kept me busy all over Christmas. Great characters and good plots with lots of unexpected twists.
March 28, 2024
Hard to put down
Loved the interaction of characters and enjoyed the pace of the story lines. I was intrigued by each of the different people, places and plots.
Loved the interaction of characters and enjoyed the pace of the story lines. I was intrigued by each of the different people, places and plots.
April 28, 2024
Great storylines, love the characters they bring the story alive makes you feel you have to keep reading to find out what happens next. Will definitely read more by this author.
July 21, 2024
entertainment personified
Enjoying reading from start to finish, what more could you ask. Looking forwards to next read, rar rar rar rar
Enjoying reading from start to finish, what more could you ask. Looking forwards to next read, rar rar rar rar
October 3, 2024
Excellent
Started so slowly I almost fell asleep, but once it got going ,it really moved along.An excellent story,and extremely well written
Started so slowly I almost fell asleep, but once it got going ,it really moved along.An excellent story,and extremely well written
January 20, 2025
Great characters!
I have found another series of crime fiction with a great team! I feel I know them. Such clever writing - I have already got the next few lined up.
I have found another series of crime fiction with a great team! I feel I know them. Such clever writing - I have already got the next few lined up.
March 14, 2025
I just loved all these. Well worth reading: great characters, good plots and truly gripping.
March 24, 2025
Munro & West.
Really enjoyed these books, good story lines. Loved the humour of Munro in his one liners. Would recommend these to friends.
Need to find the follow on ones.
Really enjoyed these books, good story lines. Loved the humour of Munro in his one liners. Would recommend these to friends.
Need to find the follow on ones.
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