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Death of a Policeman

By M.C. Beaton
Series: Hamish Macbeth
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Death of a Policeman by M.C. Beaton is a gripping entry in the Hamish Macbeth series. Set in the Scottish Highlands, the story follows the charming police constable Hamish as he faces a career-threatening inquiry by a new recruit. As tension escalates, a murder occurs, pushing Hamish to solve the case while contending with local politics and personal challenges.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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If you enjoy witty, character-driven mysteries set in quaint Scottish villages, this gripping tale of a police officer's untimely death might captivate you. With its blend of sharp humour and engaging detective work, it's perfect for fans of cosy yet thrilling crime stories.

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Death of a Policeman

Lochdubh's most famous police officer is gearing up for his 29th adventure!

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A pen pusher from Head Office soon finds himself pushing up the daisies...

Local police stations all over the Scottish Highlands are being threatened with closure, and this presents the perfect opportunity for Detective Chief Inspector Blair, who would love nothing more than to get rid of Sergeant Hamish Macbeth.

Blair suggests that Cyril Sessions, a keen young police officer, visit the town of Lochdubh to monitor exactly what Hamish does every day. On hearing of Blair's plans, Hamish is fully prepared to ensure young Cyril returns back to headquarters with a full report... but before he can do that, Cyril is found dead and Hamish very quickly becomes the prime suspect for his murder...

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Death of a Policeman is celebrated for its engaging mix of humour and astute observations of rural life, typical of the Hamish Macbeth series. M.C. Beaton's work is known for its distinctive black comedy, contributing to its cult following. Readers find a particular charm in returning to the setting of Lochdubh, making each installment a special treat.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472124654

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Constable

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 272

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction M.C. Beaton Series: Hamish Macbeth

About the Author

M.C. Beaton (1936-2019) was the author of both the Agatha Raisin and Hamish Macbeth series, as well as numerous Regency romances. Her books have been translated into seventeen languages and have sold more than twenty-one million copies worldwide. She is consistently the most borrowed UK adult author in British libraries, and her Agatha Raisin books have been turned into a TV series on Sky.

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