Alison Butler

* ABOUT THE AUTHOR Alison Butler (an avid crime historian) was born in Liverpool in the 1970's.

She's worked as a checkout girl, bar-maid, model and singer. Alison is married to Dave Butler and has four children - Whitney, Belinda, Isabella and Oliver - and a beautiful granddaughter, Ruby.

* In August 2014, Alison was painted by Chris Rutterford into a 32 ft mural at the Grassmarket, depicted as Margaret Dickson.

"I love to hear from readers. Why not follow me: @halfhangitmaggy on twitter or email me at : Alisonjanebutler@hotmail.co.uk It would be great to hear from you <3 XXX "