{"product_id":"death-of-a-bore-hamish-macbeth-20-mc-beaton-paperback","title":"Death of a Bore by M.C. Beaton - Hamish Macbeth Mystery #20 - Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e BRAND NEW\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781472124562\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constable\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hamish Macbeth Mysteries, Book 20\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nStep into the misty Highlands of Lochdubh with \"Death of a Bore\", the twentieth instalment in M.C. Beaton's much-loved Hamish Macbeth mystery series. When a self-important local bore is found murdered, quick-witted constable Hamish Macbeth must untangle village gossip, jealousy, and old grudges to catch the culprit. Packed with dry Scottish humour, colourful characters, and a satisfying whodunit twist, this cosy crime paperback is a treat for series fans and newcomers alike, offering a warm, witty escape into rural Scottish life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\"Death of a Bore\" finds the sleepy village of Lochdubh rocked by scandal when celebrated author and notorious bore John Heppel turns up dead, his mouth ominously stained with ink. Heppel had spent his days belittling the writing efforts of his creative class students, so suspects are hardly in short supply. For PC Hamish Macbeth, the murder disrupts village life further still, as the press arrive alongside DCI Heather Meikle, a formidable detective with an eye for unmarried constables. Hamish must dodge her advances, rekindle an old romance for cover, and work through a web of secrets and small-town resentments before the killer strikes again. True to form, Beaton balances light comic touches with real tension, letting Hamish's laid-back charm carry readers through twist after twist. The novel's strength lies in its cast of eccentric locals, each hiding secrets, and in how Beaton captures the gossip and warmth of Highland village life. Fans will enjoy familiar faces, while newcomers will find this instalment works well as a standalone introduction. It's a classic cosy mystery: gentle on gore, big on character, and absorbing until the final reveal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwentieth book in the bestselling Hamish Macbeth cosy mystery series by M.C. Beaton.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA classic Scottish whodunit blending humour, warmth, and genuine suspense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new paperback edition, perfect for collectors, gifting, or completing your series.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVivid Highland village setting with a memorable cast of quirky characters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for fans of gentle British crime fiction, cosy mysteries, and detective stories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nM.C. Beaton was the pen name of Marion Chesney (1936-2019), a prolific and celebrated Scottish-born author. Beginning her career as a journalist, she went on to write more than 150 novels, becoming best known for two enduringly popular crime series: Hamish Macbeth and Agatha Raisin. Her Highland-set Hamish Macbeth mysteries, praised for their wit, warmth, and sharply drawn characters, have been adapted for television and translated into numerous languages. Beaton's storytelling combined sly humour with genuine mystery-plotting, earning her a devoted worldwide readership and a lasting legacy in the cosy crime genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Mystery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA warm, witty, wonderfully Scottish whodunit, \"Death of a Bore\" delivers everything fans expect from Hamish Macbeth: clever plotting, gentle humour, and irresistible Highland charm from start to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Book cover, ISBN, and edition may vary slightly from the image shown, in line with the current UK print edition.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M.C. Beaton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56739745792382,"sku":"SNG16132","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/files\/death-of-a-bore-hamish-macbeth-mc-beaton-paperback-1.webp?v=1784424311","url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/products\/death-of-a-bore-hamish-macbeth-20-mc-beaton-paperback","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}