<p>Ian Stout is a major literary discovery and has signed a multi-book deal, with novels to appear under the Manor House imprint. Necessary Larceny is the author's breakthrough debut novel offering an engaging combination of intriguing plot, elderly heroes and touches of humour. Necessary Larceny tells the tale of a group of seniors who are defrauded out of their life savings. At first their reaction is typical of many elderly victims: They are embarrassed and feel there is nothing they can do. Then, however, a hero emerges with a plan; a sting operation is launched to recover the funds - and the adventure begins. This title is supported by a comprehensive marketing campaign and is already drawing motion picture production rights interest. Soon to be a major bestseller.</p>

Necessary Larceny

Stout, Ian

Literature & Fiction

Manor House Pub Inc

With Murder Unedited author Ian Stout introduces William Law Deas, a detective of the 'leave-no-stone-unturned' school, in a delightful tale of the gruesome and mysterious murder of book publisher Peter Jefferson.  Jefferson, well known in the literary world, was found in a back alley,  stabbed in the throat with a fountain pen. Detective Will Deas soon discovers there is no shortage of suspects.  Deas, a transplanted Scot, is a detective in the old style and you'll like the way he handles this strange case.

Murder Unedited

Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Mystery

Fifeshire Press

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