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Death of a Liar

By M.C. Beaton
Series: Hamish Macbeth
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Death of a Liar by M.C. Beaton is set in the charming Scottish Highlands, where police sergeant Hamish Macbeth navigates the tricky landscape of deceit and murder. As he investigates a local woman's murder, he uncovers a complex web of lies and hidden truths. With his keen instincts and unorthodox methods, Macbeth works to solve the mystery amid eccentric townsfolk and unexpected twists.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you’re a fan of cosy mysteries with a touch of humour and charmingly quirky characters. Set in the Scottish Highlands, an engaging detective faces new challenges in a seemingly tranquil village where secrets abound and deception lurks around every corner. Perfect for those who appreciate a blend of suspense and wit.

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Death of a Liar

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Sergeant Hamish Macbeth is alarmed to receive a report from a woman in the small village of Cronish in the Scottish Highlands. She has been brutally attacked and the criminal is on the loose. But upon further investigation, Hamish discovers that she was lying about the crime. So when the same woman calls him back about an intruder, he simply marvels at her compulsion to lie. This time, though, she is telling the truth. Her body is found in her home and Hamish must sort through all of her lies to solve the crime.

Death of a Liar

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'A fun new read.' Woman's World

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Praise for Death of a Witch:

'Full of the author's trademark zest and wit...Beaton fans will be delighted.' Publishers Weekly

'A sound mystery featuring a generous portion of Hamish's complicated relationships and the usual delightful Highland descriptions.' Kirkus

Series: Hamish Macbeth

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Death of a Liar is part of the popular Hamish Macbeth series, known for its charming mix of dry humour and keen insights into rural life. M.C. Beaton's work in this detective series is highly regarded for its dark comedic elements, earning it a dedicated following. Returning to the scenic setting of Lochdubh is considered a unique delight for readers.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472124661

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Constable

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

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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