“First a murder, then an explosion. Thousands run for their lives as suburbs around the London docks are flattened. In the aftermath of the blast, a disparate group of characters make their way north to Gretna near the English-Scottish border. Irishmen and women who harbour disdain for their English overlords, a shy London girl who needs work, a Belgian refugee and a troupe of 'lady police' will rub up against each other as the story unfolds. The task of solving two murders and thwarting an assassination falls to one of the 'lady police', Kirsty Campbell, an engaging and resourceful heroine. Fascinating historical insights give texture to Longmuir's cracking tale of espionage, rebellion and misplaced loyalties.” Kathy Gates, Author
“Devil’s porridge has obviously been meticulously researched and the attention to detail is outstanding. The story moves along quickly, pulls you in and keeps you reading. The characters are well drawn with unique quirks and foibles. This makes them believable and I found myself rooting for them. Even the baddies had their endearing qualities. Although the book is the second in the Kirsty Campbell series it is set before the first book, therefore you get an even better sense of Kirsty Campbell. I love this character and look forward to reading more about her in the future.” Wendy H Jones, Author
“Devil’s Porridge is a masterful recreation of the historical period in which it’s set, and the threads of Irish rebellion, German spying, gender politics are woven into a complex background against which the cast of characters live their ‘ordinary’ lives, form friendships, fall in love, and suppress or indulge their passions.” Bill Kirton, Author
