Cathie Dunn writes...

Halloween Greetings to you all! My publisher, Crooked Cat , is having an ebook sale on Amazon over Halloween, where readers can grab some fabulous Kindle titles for just 99p / 99c ! No better way to spend crisp autumn evenings indoors than reading a good book or two. Apart from my own historical mystery romance, Dark Deceit , you can discover my fellow Cats (as we're all called) and their books. We have romantic fiction, thrillers, cosy crime, historical novels, a few clever non-fiction themes, so there's something for everyone.  If you don't know any of the Cats, simply go to your Amazon store and type in ’ Crooked Cat ’ – and our titles should appear.  In the meantime, I've also reduced Highland Arms to 99p / 99c. You can find me and all my titles here !  ~~~ Dark Deceit Murder. Betrayal. Hope. On his return from battle at Lincoln, Geoffrey de Mortagne, under-sheriff of Gloucester and spy for the Empress Matilda, assists a dying knight c...

It's summer – the bright and sunny time of year when my publisher, Crooked Cat Books, is having a summer ebook sale! You'll find Dark Deceit on offer at 99p / 99c, together with a brilliant choice of other fabulous reads by my fellow Cats. Women's fiction, thrillers, crime, romance, historicals – it's all there. Simply go to your Amazon store and search for ’Crooked Cat Books’. Stock up your Kindles with some perfect summer reads! About Dark Deceit: Dark Deceit is fast-paced medieval romance mystery, in the tradition of Pillars of the Earth or When Christ and His Saints Slept "…captivating characters and vivid descriptions…" ~ Booked Up Reviews Murder. Betrayal. Hope. On his return from battle at Lincoln, Geoffrey de Mortagne, under-sheriff of Gloucester and spy for the Empress Matilda, assists a dying knight caught in an ambush. Promising to look after the welfare of the knight’s only daughter, Geoffrey stays at her manor, investigating the m...

...in the sizzling Crooked Cat Summer Sale !  For this long weekend only (until Sunday, 10th July), my two historical romantic adventures, Highland Arms and Dark Deceit are on sale across all Amazon outlets, at 99p/99c!  Plus, readers will find many other brilliant reads by those talented Crooked Cat authors on offer. Don't miss their fabulous FB event where you can meet them and discover new books!  Now, let me take you back to the Scottish Highlands with Highland Arms ! Picture a Highland rogue plotting rebellion, a Lowland lass with a curious nature that gets her into trouble all the time – and the undeniable beauty of the Scottish Highlands around Glencoe, Ballachulish and the shores of mysterious Loch Ness! Add a murder, a missing load of muskets, and a scheming brother... Betrayed by her brother’s lies, Catriona MacKenzie is banished from her home to her godmother’s manor in the remote Scottish Highlands. While her family ponders her fate, Catriona’s ins...

Crooked Cat is having a summer sale – and my two novels, Highland Arms and Dark Deceit are on offer for 99c/p for one week only! Well, until Saturday, 15th August... ;-)  But there are also many other fabulous reads on offer. Discover new authors today! ~~~ Highland Arms Betrayed by her brother’s lies, Catriona MacKenzie is banished from her home to her godmother’s manor in the remote Scottish Highlands. While her family ponders her fate, Catriona’s insatiable curiosity leads her straight into trouble–and into the arms of a notorious Highlander.  Five years after an ill-fated Jacobite rebellion, Rory Cameron works as a smuggler to raise money for the cause–until Catriona uncovers a plot against him and exposes his activities. Now, Rory is faced with a decision that could either save their lives or destroy both of them.  But he’s running out of time…  Highland Arms is the first in The Highland Chronicles series of historical romance novels set in the Sc...

The Cats at Crooked Cat Publishing are holding a brief Valentine's Day (or should I say, weekend) sale! All their Kindle ebooks, including the latest releases, will be at 99p / 99c !  But only until Sunday night! Browse the fabulous range of books from my fellow Cats: Amazon UK Amazon com Of course, my very own Dark Deceit 's in there, too! Find it here: UK or worldwide !  Blurb: On his return from battle at Lincoln, Geoffrey de Mortagne, under-sheriff of Gloucester and spy for the Empress Matilda, assists a dying knight caught in an ambush. Promising to look after the welfare of the knight's only daughter, Geoffrey stays at her manor, investigating the murder. Keen to join the Empress on her progress through England, he is torn between his oath and his duty. Left to defend her manor following her father's death, Alleyne de Bellac reluctantly accepts Geoffrey's support. As she doesn't trust the taciturn stranger, she asks Will d'Arqu...

I'm so thrilled! Crooked Cat Publishing are due to release Dark Deceit in paperback - with a shiny new cover! It has recently been re-edited and should be available on the 2nd anniversary of the ebook release, in February! Isn't the new cover gorgeous? :-) Blurb: Murder. Betrayal. Hope. On his return from battle at Lincoln, Geoffrey de Mortagne, under-sheriff of Gloucester and spy for the Empress Matilda, assists a dying knight caught in an ambush. Promising to look after the welfare of the knight's only daughter, Geoffrey stays at her manor, investigating the murder. Keen to join the Empress on her progress through England, he is torn between his oath and his duty. Left to defend her manor following her father's death, Alleyne de Bellac reluctantly accepts Geoffrey's support. As she doesn't trust the taciturn stranger, she asks Will d'Arques, an old friend, for help. But loyalties change. Her life in danger and her inheritance at stake, Alleyn...

Ahh, the cold season is upon us. Lounging on the sofa by a roaring fire, with a mug of tea or glass of wine, and enjoying a good read! ;-) So, what's better than stocking up on some fantastic releases when they're on special offer. Like now! The Crooked Cats are having their annual winter ebook sale from 7th-14th December 2013 !  All their ebooks (apart from latest releases) are available on Amazon for only 77p / 99c ! So, don't hesitate to grab your copy of a 5* gripping historical romantic murder mystery! Blurb: On his return from battle at Lincoln, Geoffrey de Mortagne, under-sheriff of Gloucester and spy for the Empress Matilda, assists a dying knight caught in an ambush. Promising to look after the welfare of the knight's only daughter, Geoffrey stays at her manor, investigating the murder. Keen to join the Empress on her progress through England, he is torn between his oath and his duty. Left to defend her manor following her father's death, Alleyne ...

You know, when you plan your holidays – your kids play in the pool, hubby enjoys a cold beer at the bar and you recline on a sun lounger with your e-reader... But what to read? Head straight over to Amazon where Crooked Cat Publishing are running their 3-day summer sale! Many fabulous reads – romantic, contemporary, thrillers, mysteries and gripping historicals – are up for grabs at 99c/77p! Included in the bunch is Dark Deceit ! ~~~ Blurb : On his return from battle at Lincoln, Geoffrey de Mortagne, under-sheriff of Gloucester and spy for the Empress Matilda, assists a dying knight caught in an ambush. Promising to look after the welfare of the knight's only daughter, Geoffrey stays at her manor, investigating the murder. Keen to join the Empress on her progress through England, he is torn between his oath and his duty. Left to defend her manor following her father's death, Alleyne de Bellac reluctantly accepts Geoffrey's support. As she doesn't trust the...

Sale! Sale! Sale! Wow, what's going on? First, The Wild Rose Press are having a sale, meaning my romantic Scottish 5* historical, Highland Arms , is reduced in price. Yes, I know! Imagine highlands, lochs, adventures, and of course a gorgeous Highlander. Yes, I'm a little in love with Rory... Are you ready to fall in love? Find out in  Highland Arms , right  here ! ~~~~~ And now, Crooked Cat Publishing are holding a 24 hour Flash Ebook Sale! My, that's posh, isn't it? All their ebooks are 99c/77p on Amazon, including my historical adventure, Dark Deceit . ~eek~ Only on Cyber Monday! Dark Deceit on Amazon UK ! Dark Deceit on Amazon com !  ~~~~~ All other fabulous Crooked Cat books will be on sale for 99c/77p, too. What a choice! Check them out in the UK or the US !  Happy Reading!

Remember, remember... the 5th of November! The Crooked Cats are celebrating another sale event!  Today only, all Crooked Cat Publishing ebooks are 99c/77p! And yes, my very own  Dark Deceit 's for sale, too! Head over to Amazon now. Find mine, plus a fantastic range of mysteries, historicals, thrillers, contemporary fiction, chick lit, and much more... Amazon UK Amazon US/Overseas

It's time for a freebie! Thursday, 13th & Friday, 14th September Silent Deception , my historical romantic novella, is *** free*** to download on Amazon on those two days only ! Set in Victorian Cornwall, it's a tale of family secrets, misunderstandings, discovery and love! Add a touch of suspense and ghostly shenanigans, and you have an exciting historical adventure. Blurb: Having inherited a family estate she’d never heard of, Minerva Goodridge travels to Cornwall to take charge of her new home. But fatal memories lurk in the shadows of Trekellis Manor. As the locals keep away from the house, Minnie accepts the help of a stranger. Can she trust him? Gideon Drake, 8th Earl of Rothdale, is on a mission to uncover a family secret linked to Trekellis Manor. But the arrival of Minerva, the new owner, disrupts his investigation. Attracted to the headstrong heiress, he decides to take action - and ends up uncovering more than he expected. ...

Crooked Cat Publishing are having a special May event on Amazon. Until Sunday 13th May 2012, all their ebooks (apart from their latest release) are on sale! That means... yes... Dark Deceit , my historical romantic adventure, is reduced, too. Find my 5* novel now on: Amazon UK Amazon.com Praise for Dark Deceit: " captivating characters and vivid descriptions... an engrossing read" Booked Up Reviews