Death in the Misty Isle: Trussel and Gout: Paranormal Investigations No.6

Trussel and Gout: Paranormal Investigations #6

by M.A. Knights

Magic has a way of finding you. No matter where you run.

Clementine Trussel has fled from her friends, imposing a self-inflicted exile to the misty Isle of Skye in Scotland. Here she hopes to come to terms with the terrible events that took place at the end of her last adventure.

But that is not her only reason for heading North.

She has reason to believe that in the township of Lochlaggert lie the answers to many of the mysteries in her life. If she can search them out, then just maybe she can understand the strange connection she shares with her master, Mr Gout.

But when her friends track her down it soon becomes clear that all is not well with Mr Gout. When the reason why becomes clear, Clementine finds herself thrust into yet another mystery.

But this time, death hangs over them all.

239 pages, Paperback

Published October 9, 2025

About the author

Hello. I’m M. A. Knights — English writer, BookToker, and firm believer that magic is considerably more useful than data (though I did try the data first).

After earning degrees in Countryside Conservation and Climate Change, I came to a quiet but decisive conclusion: I am not, in fact, a scientist. Something to do with numbers. And memory. And an overwhelming preference for dragons.

So I returned to what made sense — peculiar worlds, improbable creatures, and stories in which the strange is treated as entirely reasonable.

These days I write cosy fantasy and supernatural mysteries populated by eccentric investigators, opinionated folklore, and the sort of peril that is dramatic enough to be interesting, but polite enough not to ruin one’s afternoon.

My books tend to involve:

Found family assembled under slightly inconvenient circumstances
Magic that complicates matters more than it resolves them
Tea. Frequently.
Creatures who may or may not be entirely trustworthy
Saving the day in ways that are rarely tidy
I am particularly fond of stories where the absurd is delivered with a straight face, where folklore behaves like a disgruntled neighbour, and where courage often looks suspiciously like stubborn kindness.

If you enjoy mysteries solved with biscuits, whimsical dread (the civilised kind), and worlds that don’t always cooperate but eventually relent, you may feel at home here.

Should you encounter anything peculiar while reading, do not be alarmed.
It is almost certainly meant to be there.

Reviews

[Nat thecaninelibrary · Rating 4 out of 5]

I just adore this series, Trussel and Gout are such a brilliant duo! Death in the Misty Isle keeps the cosy-creepy vibe while really raising the stakes. The atmosphere, the humour, the folklore… it all just clicks. Things are getting seriously interesting now, and I honestly can’t wait for the next instalment!

[Joy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A cliffhanger, Martin? And not just an cliffhanger, the MOTHER OF ALL CLIFFHANGERS? Read a short story, a "quick read"! Enchanting little characters. Fun little world. And then kablamo! Twist, turn, back flip....! I certainly hope you are writing fast, because I need to know what's going to happen!

[Joy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series. They’re short little books but still contain compelling plots and fantastic characters. And what a cliffhanger ending!! Can’t wait for the next one…

[Tash · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars.
The stakes increase in the sixth instalment of this charming series. Clementine is on the Isle of Skye seeking answers to all that has befallen her. The characters are loveable, the setting is atmospheric and the plot thickens. Throw in some adorable seals, new friends, our beloved kobold Klaus, the indomitable Mr Gout, Mrs Winchester, a brief appearance by Custard the ghost rabbit, a magical mystery, and the result is an unputdownable read. The ending was quite intense which diminished some of the cosiness of the series, but I thoroughly enjoyed this. I cannot wait for the next book.

[LA Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

The latest installment of the Trussel & Gout series brings us both closer and farther away from the mysteries surrounding the connection between the avuncular paranormal investigator, Theophilius Gout, his intrepid apprentice, Clementine Trussel, and a mysterious fae entity known as The Green Lily. Written with characteristic wit and charm, this sixth book in the series offers adventure, peril, humor, and surprises in equal measure and leaves the reader breathless, waiting for the story to continue.

[K.C. Norton · Rating 4 out of 5]

The plot in the last third of this was all over the place, but I think I understand some of what’s going on, maybe. Possibly. And it’s only going to get weirder from here. 😃

Once you introduce fae mechanics, logic goes out the window. I look forward to seeing how convoluted things get as we explore this plot twist. There seems to be a decently high probability that the next book will end the Green Lily plot arc…? But who knows, the twists keep coming.

[TreeFlower · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.7⭐️

🦭 🪄🧚

This is the 6th in a series. Start with “The Pig in the Derby Hat”.

Clementine did what she thought was best. She left all she loved behind and sought out safe lodgings hundreds of miles away while she continued her quest. Alone. It hurt but it was the right thing to do. Right?

My goodness. This volume went places I never thought it would. Some things I saw coming, others were a complete shock. I foresee myself pacing the floors until book 7 makes it’s appearance!

[Thalipauriel · Rating 5 out of 5]

It doesn't happen often that I finish reading a book this quickly. It usually means I was really, really into the story and just couldn't seem to put it down. I can hardly wait for the next one!

[J.A. Allen | Author · Rating 5 out of 5]

This one kept me on my toes! Another great adventure. I cannot wait for the final installment.

[Rowan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series so much!!! im so excited for the next book to find out what happens!!!!