{"product_id":"hamish-macbeth-series-m-c-beaton-7-book-collection-set-cosy-mystery-paperback","title":"Hamish Macbeth Series by M C Beaton 7 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDeath of a Prankster\u003cbr\u003e\nDeath of a Charming Man\u003cbr\u003e\nDeath of a Macho Man\u003cbr\u003e\nDeath of a Scriptwriter\u003cbr\u003e\nDeath of a Celebrity\u003cbr\u003e\nDeath of a Dreamer\u003cbr\u003e\nDeath of a Nurse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780678463673\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEscape to the misty glens and gossiping villagers of Lochdubh with this seven-book Hamish Macbeth collection from Sunday Times bestseller M C Beaton. Following the endlessly resourceful, endlessly reluctant-to-be-promoted Highland constable, these cosy mysteries blend gentle humour, sharp observation of small-town life, and cleverly plotted murders. Ideal for readers who love Agatha Christie-style whodunits with a warmer, wittier edge, this brand new paperback set is a wonderful introduction or a welcome addition for existing fans of the much-loved BBC-adapted series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach title in this set drops Hamish Macbeth into a fresh Highland scandal. In \u003cem\u003eDeath of a Prankster\u003c\/em\u003e, a hated practical joker's murder gives the village no shortage of suspects. \u003cem\u003eDeath of a Charming Man\u003c\/em\u003e sees a smooth-talking newcomer turn Lochdubh's women against one another, right up until his convenient demise. \u003cem\u003eDeath of a Macho Man\u003c\/em\u003e follows a blustering incomer whose bullying ways catch up with him. \u003cem\u003eDeath of a Scriptwriter\u003c\/em\u003e brings a film crew to the Highlands, and with them, ambition, jealousy, and a body on set. \u003cem\u003eDeath of a Celebrity\u003c\/em\u003e has a television personality stirring up excitement and resentment before tragedy strikes. \u003cem\u003eDeath of a Dreamer\u003c\/em\u003e explores shattered artistic ambitions turned deadly, while \u003cem\u003eDeath of a Nurse\u003c\/em\u003e uncovers old secrets behind a caregiver's quiet life. Throughout, Beaton's trademark wit, vivid Highland scenery, and a rotating cast of Lochdubh regulars make these page-turners as comforting as they are compelling. These are quick, satisfying reads, perfect for a weekend or dipping into between longer novels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeven full-length Hamish Macbeth mysteries by bestselling author M C Beaton, all in one collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new paperback editions, great value for cosy crime fans building their collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWitty, character-led whodunits set in the atmospheric Scottish Highlands village of Lochdubh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for fans of gentle, humorous crime fiction and TV's Hamish Macbeth adaptation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal gift for mystery lovers, Scotland enthusiasts, or anyone who enjoys a comforting read.\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, a prolific and much-loved Scottish author best known for her Hamish Macbeth and Agatha Raisin mystery series. Before turning to crime fiction, she worked as a journalist and wrote numerous historical romances. Her Hamish Macbeth novels, beginning in the 1980s, became a bestselling institution and inspired a popular BBC television adaptation. Beaton's warm humour, sharp eye for village life, and gift for engaging plotting won her a devoted international readership until her death in 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSeven witty, warm-hearted Highland mysteries in one paperback set - ideal for cosy crime fans wanting hours of charming, page-turning escapism set among Lochdubh's unforgettable characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Cover may vary slightly from image shown; UK ISBN and UK paperback edition supplied.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"M C Beaton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56702191468926,"sku":"PLD21463","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/files\/hamish-macbeth-series-m-c-beaton-7-book-set-paperback.webp?v=1784422625","url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/products\/hamish-macbeth-series-m-c-beaton-7-book-collection-set-cosy-mystery-paperback","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}