The Ashiel Mystery : Kessinger Publishing : 9781161456851 : 1161456856 : 23 May 2010 : The Ashiel Mystery is a classic detective novel written by Mrs. Charles Bryce. The story takes place in Scotland and revolves around the mysterious death of a wealthy landowner named Sir John Barty. The case is investigated by two detectives, Inspector Dundas and his assistant, Ewan Macleod. As they delve deeper into the case, they discover a web of secrets and lies surrounding Sir John's family and friends. The suspects include his wife, Lady Barty, his son, and several others who had a motive to kill him. The detectives use their wit and intelligence to solve the case and bring the killer to justice. The novel is full of twists and turns, and the reader is kept on the edge of their seat until the very end. The Ashiel Mystery is a must-read for fans of classic detective fiction and anyone who enjoys a good mystery.""No, sir. The hall is quite away from the tower, and so is the housekeeper's room; an