Lane Winslow Series in Order by Iona Whishaw

"To Track a Traitor" is the tenth installment in the Lane Winslow mystery series written by Iona Whishaw. The book takes place during both world wars and delves into a transatlantic tale of sibling rivalry and infidelity. The Lane Winslow series, as a whole, sheds light on Canadian postwar history, touching on topics such as Russian interference. In "To Track a Traitor," Lane Winslow, the protagonist, finds herself embroiled in a gripping mystery. The plot revolves around tracking down a traitor amidst the backdrop of historical events. The story explores themes of espionage, betrayal, and the complexities of relationships. As Lane delves deeper into the investigation, she uncovers secrets and confronts the consequences of past actions. The book offers a captivating blend of historical context, intriguing characters, and a suspenseful plot that keeps readers engaged until the very end. Iona Whishaw's writing style and attention to detail bring the story to life, making "To Track a Traitor" a must-read for fans of the Lane Winslow series and lovers of historical mysteries.

"Framed in Fire" is a mystery novel written by Iona Whishaw and is the ninth book in the Lane Winslow series. The story is set in King's Cove in the Kootenays in beautiful British Columbia, Canada after World War II. Lane Winslow arrives in New Denver to find that her friend, Peter Barisoff, is not at home. Instead, in a nearby meadow, she encounters Tom, who is digging a grave. Soon after, a body is found in the grave, and Lane, along with her husband Inspector Darling, works to solve the mystery of the murder from the 1920s. The investigation is complicated by a missing person and near-fatal arson, which keeps the Nelson police on high alert. The book is bound up in difficult questions of community and belonging, and the knowledge that trusted neighbors can sometimes be as sinister as a stranger in the dark.

"A Lethal Lesson" is the eighth book in the Lane Winslow mystery series by Iona Whishaw. The book follows amateur detective Lane Winslow and her new husband, police Inspector Darling, as they investigate a murder that takes place in a small town in British Columbia. The story begins with Lane and Darling returning from their honeymoon and settling into married life. However, their peace is soon disrupted when a local schoolteacher is found dead in her classroom. Lane and Darling work together to uncover clues and motives, leading them to a web of secrets and lies in the small town. The book has been described as having the charm of a cozy mystery and the suspense of a murder mystery. As the story unfolds, the reader gains greater understanding of the psychology and motivations behind the crime.

"A Match Made for Murder" is the seventh book in the Lane Winslow Mystery series by Iona Whishaw. In this installment, Lane Winslow, a former British secret service officer, and her new husband Inspector Darling travel to Arizona for their honeymoon at a historic inn. However, their romantic getaway takes a dark turn when they become entangled in two separate murder investigations. One murder occurs in Arizona, where Lane and her husband are honeymooning, and the other is a suspicious death back in King's Cove. As Lane and Darling try to distance themselves from the investigations, they find themselves drawn deeper into a web of intrigue. Set in 1947, this highly entertaining mystery follows Lane Winslow as she unravels the mysteries and uncovers the truth behind the murders.

A Deceptive Devotion is the sixth book in the Lane Winslow mystery series by Iona Whishaw. The book is set in post-war King's Cove, Canada, and follows Inspector Darling and Lane Winslow as they try to balance wedding planning with a criminal investigation, the resurgence of Lane's British Intelligence secrets, and a surprise Russian house guest. The story involves a wedding, a grisly murder, and a defecting Russian spy. Countess Orlova, an older Russian woman, also shows up in King's Cove, seeking her missing brother, and ends up staying with Lane. The book is filled with intrigue, deception, twisted loyalties, and a touch of romance. The characters are nuanced and complex, and the banter between Lane and Darling is witty and fast-moving. The book has been praised for its character development and storytelling, and it continues to earn its place among the finest mystery writing in Canada.

"A Sorrowful Sanctuary" is the fifth book in the Lane Winslow mystery series by Iona Whishaw. The book is set in post-World War II Western Canada and follows Lane Winslow, a former intelligence officer, as she investigates the disappearance of a young man and the discovery of an unnamed person barely alive in a rowboat near King's Cove. The mystery is complemented by a down-to-earth look at life in postwar Western Canada. The book explores the complications in the rocky romance between Lane and Inspector Darling, as they work together to solve the case. The story also involves a discovery of books that indicate that the missing young man was a German speaker but no Nazi, which helps break open a case that may be related to Darling’s other investigations. The book is 384 pages long and was first published on September 25, 2018.

"An Old, Cold Grave" is the third book in the Lane Winslow mystery series by Iona Whishaw. The book is set in the late 1940s in the Nelson area, and it follows the story of Lane Winslow, a former British intelligence officer who has moved to Canada to start a new life. In this book, Inspector Darling, who is already busy dealing with a teenage girl who has gone on a destructive rampage at a local mill, asks Lane for help in unearthing the long-buried secrets of a family in the area. The Hughes family discovers a child's skeleton in their root cellar, and Lane and Darling must solve the mystery of the child's death, which occurred about 30 years ago. The book is a mixture of mystery, history, romance, and humor, and it has been praised for its well-paced plot, the pathos that Whishaw creates around the melancholy aspects of the story, and the respectful and restrained relationship between Lane and Inspector Darling.

"Death in a Darkening Mist" is the second book in the Lane Winslow mystery series by Iona Whishaw. The book is set in a hot springs resort in the mountains of British Columbia, where a Russian man is found murdered. Lane Winslow, the protagonist, uses her linguistic and intelligence experience to help the local police solve the case. The book features believable characters, effortless dialogue, and an intriguing plot set against a gorgeous mountain backdrop. The story also provides deeper glimpses into Lane's personal life and relationships with Darling and Ames. The case comes to a frantic and shocking end with a perilous nighttime journey along treacherous snow-covered roads. Overall, "Death in a Darkening Mist" is an entertaining mystery novel that offers a glimpse into Canadian history and culture.

"A Killer in King's Cove" is the first book in the Lane Winslow mystery series by Iona Whishaw. The story is set in 1946 in a remote Canadian town near Nelson, British Columbia. Lane Winslow is a British ex-intelligence officer who moves to the town for a quieter life. The book has the feel of a classic British village cozy mystery. The story begins with Lane meeting her new neighbors over cups of tea and getting an initial peek into the various relationships and intrigues amongst the townsfolk. A few chapters in, a dead body is found in the creek, with Lane’s name on a paper in his pocket. It turns out that the dead man is linked to Lane’s former job, and the mystery unfolds from there. The book is described as a smart and enchanting postwar mystery that will appeal to fans of the Maisie Dobbs series by Jacqueline Winspear.