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Death of a Gentle Lady

By M.C. Beaton
Series: Hamish Macbeth
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Death of a Gentle Lady by M.C. Beaton revolves around the charming Scottish village of Lochdubh, where police constable Hamish Macbeth encounters the unexpected challenge of a local woman dying under suspicious circumstances. As he navigates a web of small-town secrets, deception, and intrigue, Hamish must untangle the mystery while maintaining his characteristic mix of wit and resourcefulness. The book blends elements of humour with traditional crime-solving in a cosy setting.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you have a penchant for cosy mysteries set in quaint Scottish villages, where quirky characters and a charming sleuth, known for his wit and unorthodox methods, navigate intricate plots and unexpected twists. Fans of light-hearted crime and quirky detective stories will find it a delightful escape.

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Death of a Gentle Lady

The 23rd Hamish Macbeth crime mystery, delightfully recovered and re-issued for all the fans of Agatha Raisin.

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Mrs Gentle has fooled everyone into thinking she is as sweet as she sounds—Gentle by name and gentle by nature. But local constable Hamish Macbeth isn't fooled. He believes this little old lady is actually quite sly and vicious, but he's in a minority of one. Or is he?

When Mrs Gentle dies under unusual circumstances, the villagers of Lochdubh are shocked and outraged. Chief Detective Inspector Blair suspects that members of her family may be involved, but Hamish thinks there's much more to the story—and is willing to get rough to solve the riddle of Mrs Gentle's mysterious demise.

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Death of a Gentle Lady by M.C. Beaton is well-received for its engaging plot and endearing main character, Hamish Macbeth. Readers appreciate the blend of mystery and humour, along with the vivid setting of the Scottish Highlands. The book's cosy and light-hearted style is particularly noted, appealing to those who enjoy a charming, small-town crime story.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472124593

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 March 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Constable

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 124.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 320

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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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