When Painted With Deceit - Aileen and Callan Murder Mysteries, #7

The past is a story we tell ourselves. When a suave tycoon targets the heart of the town, Dachaigh inn's future dangles on a knife-edge. Aileen Mackinnon, innkeeper and former forensic accountant, knows this man's pockets are as deep as his secrets. After all, she's seen his true colours before. Detective Inspector Callan Cameron, Aileen's partner in love and crime-solving, finds himself handcuffed by the law, powerless against the tycoon's machinations.
But a sudden crash shifts the gears, plunging Aileen and Callan into a whirlwind of danger and deceit. Old secrets crawl out of the shadows, testing their bond and pushing them to the edge. What are they willing to risk for love? This journey weaves through the tight-knit fabric of human emotion, questioning what we hold dear. Embark on this heart-stirring adventure and uncover the truth for yourself. This book is a part of a series, but can be read as a standalone.
However, the books are best enjoyed in order: When Murder Comes Home When Eyes Don't Lie When Birds Fall Silent When Red Mist Rises When Old Fires Ignite When Distilled From Rage When Painted With Deceit * Don't miss the exclusive novella When Wilt Thou Die