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A Toast to the Old Stones

A Tale from Kinloch

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A Toast to the Old Stones

By: Denzil Meyrick
Narrated by: David Monteath
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It's 1968, and the fishermen of Kinloch are preparing to celebrate the old New Year on the 12th of January. The annual pilgrimage to the Auld Stones is a tradition that goes back beyond memory, and young Hamish, first mate on the Girl Maggie, is chuffed that he's been invited to this exclusive gathering - usually reserved for the most senior members of Kinloch's fishing community.

Meanwhile, it appears that the new owners of the Firdale Hotel are intent upon turning their customers teetotal, such is the exorbitant price they are charging for whisky. Wily skipper Sandy Hoynes comes up with a plan to deliver the spirit to the thirsty villagers at a price they can afford through his connections with a local still-man.

But when the Revenue are tipped off, it looks as though Hoynes and Hamish's mercy mission might run aground. Can the power of the Auld Stones come to their rescue, and is the reappearance of a face from Hoynes' past a sign for good or ill?

©2021 Denzil Meyrick (P)2021 Audible, Ltd Fiction Historical Fiction Fishing Funny Witty Feel-Good
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I absolutely loved this charming story, brilliantly narrated by David Monteath. This is the 2nd one I’ve listened to and I look forward to the next tale from Kinloch.

Brilliant!

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This was just the most wonderful story of mystery and the sea. I was spellbound throughout. Denzil Meyrick casts a spell over this half Scottish lady who adores David Monteath’s gorgeous accent. Storytelling at its best, with laugh out loud moments as always. Worth a credit in anyone’s money.

Kintyre at its best

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What tremendous fun this shorter Kinloch tale is; a dip into Hamish’s younger days. And I loved the excisemen too; something Laurel & Hardy-esque about them. This story would make great telly. And all as beautifully crafted as the mainstream books are. Come on, Denzil: dae us anither! David Monteath’s interpretation brilliant as ever. Keep ‘em coming.

Fun!

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The gentle not very subtle humour combined with Scot’s accent was entertaining, the rather weird story line was acceptable if a trifle far fetched.

The humour

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Reminiscent of Whisky Galore but much more fun. What a bunch of amazing characters and captivating story. Magical.

Wonderful

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