Death at the Highland Loch was so engaging! I loved Poppy (and the whole cast of characters, really, especially the detective) and can't wait to read more of her adventures!

That was what I had hoped it would be, a lot of fun! The interactions with the lead and the inevitable police detective was much better than most, he was exasperated with her but he also clearly enjoyed having her around. Usually you get the idea the detective wishes the amateur would take a long walk off a short cliff, but there was none of that annoyance here. The only thing that bothered me was the conclusion she jumped to about the pregnancy, her assumption wasn't impossible but didn't seem any more likely than the alternatives. I just rolled my eyes whenever it came up. Not worth knocking a star off, though.

Definitely gives Agatha Christie vibes. This is the first Lydia Travers book I've read and it was an enjoyable story. I'm curious enough to continue reading the series to see where the partnership/relationship between the detective and Poppy go,

🎧 good narration

Death at the Highland Loch is an absolute delight and a fantastic start to a historical mystery series! Watching Lady Poppy Proudfoot step into her role as a detective in 1924 Scotland is both charming and empowering. The cast is wonderfully likable, and her loyal Labrador, Major, stole my heart. I can't wait to dive into the next book!

Thank you NetGalley and Bookouture for the chance to listen to this title in exchange for my opinion.

Lady Persephone Proudfoot is here to solve crimes. This book was wonderfully developed with great mysteries that kept my interest and had enough twists and turns for me to have solve the puzzle along with Poppy. The narrator brought Poppy to life and I loved her that her accent fed into the Scottish setting so perfectly.

This author is new to me. I enjoyed the start of this new series. The dynamics between MacKenzie and Poppy were fun. Lady Poppy is a memorable character. This author is quite descriptive which adds an intriguing layer to the story. The story was fast paced in that it was difficult to put down. The narrator was perfect for this series. Looking forward to the next.

I was blessed with an audio ARC and the opinions expressed are my own and unbiased. Highly recommend.

Move over, Inspector—Lady Poppy Proudfoot is on the case.
Set in the Scottish Highlands, Death at the Loch by Lydia Travers is everything you want in a cozy historical mystery: a sharp heroine, a glamorous 1920s setting, and a twisty whodunnit that keeps you guessing.

Lady Poppy arrives at Balfour House for a summer party—only to find herself investigating a murder, a missing bracelet, and a house full of secrets. Armed with her Oxford law degree, a loyal black Lab named Major, and a lot of nerve, Poppy is impossible not to root for. Add in her fiery chemistry with the stubborn Inspector MacKenzie, and you’ve got a series starter you won’t want to miss.

The audiobook, narrated by Sarah Barron, is a total delight. She captures Poppy’s wit and spirit perfectly, bringing the lively 1920s world to life. If you love Helena Dixon, Verity Bright, or Catherine Coles, you’ll devour this.

Lady Poppy Proudfoot has arrived—and I’m already counting down to her next adventure.

#cozymystery #historicalmystery #ladydetective #audiobookrecommendation #deathattheloch