A Partridge in a Pear Tree
by Stuart MacBride
read by Ian Hanmore
Part 1 of the Twelve Days of Winter: Crime at Christmas series
Billy Partridge wasn't really cut out to be a cat burglar, but it was "do the job, or come up with thirteen grand by Thursday, or have both legs shattered." "Do the job" seemed the least worst option. But he's about to find out just how bad the least worst option can be... The first story in a collection of interlinked tales of crime and retribution laced with dark humour, set around the festive season
Turtle Doves
by Stuart MacBride
read by Ian Hanmore
Part 2 of the Twelve Days of Winter: Crime at Christmas series
When a double suicide arrives at the city morgue, Sandra thinks it's a Christmas like any other. But she's about to get a very nasty shock – make that two very nasty shocks... Another story in a collection of interlinked tales of crime and retribution laced with dark humour, set around the festive season
French Hens
by Stuart MacBride
read by Ian Hanmore
Part 3 of the Twelve Days of Winter: Crime at Christmas series
Being a top-flight chef can be stressful. Thankfully a professional kitchen throws up some unique opportunities for body disposal... Another story in a collection of interlinked tales of crime and retribution laced with dark humour, set around the festive season
Calling Birds
by Stuart MacBride
read by Ian Hanmore
Part 4 of the Twelve Days of Winter: Crime at Christmas series
Working in a call centre normally offers few career opportunities. But it looks as if Tracy's about to get her big break. Another story in a collection of interlinked tales of crime and retribution laced with dark humour, set around the festive season
Gold Rings
by Stuart MacBride
read by Ian Hanmore
Part 5 of the Twelve Days of Winter: Crime at Christmas series
There is never a good time to look upon the face of a dead loved one. But Mr Unwin has dedicated his life to helping the bereaved. While helping himself at the same time... Another story in a collection of interlinked tales of crime and retribution laced with dark humour, set around the festive season
Geese a Laying
by Stuart MacBride
read by Ian Hanmore
Part 6 of the Twelve Days of Winter: Crime at Christmas series
The maternity ward: the last place you'd associate with criminal activity. Which makes it as good a place as any to carry it out... Another story in a collection of interlinked tales of crime and retribution laced with dark humour, set around the festive season.
Swans a Swimming
by Stuart MacBride
read by Ian Hanmore
Part 7 of the Twelve Days of Winter: Crime at Christmas series
James Kirkhill thinks he has the best job in the world: coaching the girls' swimming team. But he's about to get into some very deep water... Another story in a collection of interlinked tales of crime and retribution laced with dark humour, set around the festive season.
Maids a Milking
by Stuart MacBride
read by Ian Hanmore
Part 8 of the Twelve Days of Winter: Crime at Christmas series
Brian's about to discover that life as a drug dealer can have hidden benefits. But he might come to wish he'd never taken advantage of them... Another story in a collection of interlinked tales of crime and retribution laced with dark humour, set around the festive season.
Ladies Dancing
by Stuart MacBride
read by Ian Hanmore
Part 9 of the Twelve Days of Winter: Crime at Christmas series
Kayleigh's a professional. But lap-dancing has rules. And when someone breaks the rules... Another story in a collection of interlinked tales of crime and retribution laced with dark humour, set around the festive season.
Lords a Leaping
by Stuart MacBride
read by Ian Hanmore
Part 10 of the Twelve Days of Winter: Crime at Christmas series
Lord Peter Forsyth-Leven, MSP, is about to discover that having it all just means you've got more to lose... Another story in a collection of interlinked tales of crime and retribution laced with dark humour, set around the festive season.
Pipers Piping
by Stuart MacBride
read by Ian Hanmore
Part 11 of the Twelve Days of Winter: Crime at Christmas series
What could be more festive than a trip to see Santa at the local shopping centre? Depends on who's gunning for Santa... Another story in a collection of interlinked tales of crime and retribution laced with dark humour, set around the festive season.
Drummers Drumming
by Stuart MacBride
read by Ian Hanmore
Part 12 of the Twelve Days of Winter: Crime at Christmas series
It's Christmas Eve, but the criminals never stop working, so neither do the police. The raid is on...but things don't go entirely to plan... Another story in a collection of interlinked tales of crime and retribution laced with dark humour, set around the festive season.
Twelve Days of Winter Omnibus (Short Stories)
Books 1-12
by Stuart MacBride
read by Ian Hanmore
Part of the Twelve Days of Winter: Crime at Christmas series
A collection of interlinked tales of crime and retribution laced with dark humour, set around the festive season – from the No. 1 bestseller Stuart MacBride Thieves, drug dealers, lap-dancers, gangsters and even the odd good guy populate these twelve tales exploring the seedier side of life in North East Scotland.