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Death of a Traitor

By: M.C. Beaton
Narrated by: David Monteath
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 A missing person report is not usually something that Hamish Macbeth sees as cause for undue distress.

Should a child or a vulnerable person vanish, it's an urgent matter that needs to be treated seriously, but in Macbeth's experience, most other people who go missing tend to turn up again before long. So when Kate Hibbert disappears after having last been seen struggling along the road with a heavy suitcase, he is convinced she has gone travelling and reluctantly goes through the motions of investigating.

Interviewing those who were closest to her, Macbeth is perplexed by their apparent lack of concern but sees no reason to suspect foul play. When Hibbert does eventually resurface, however, a storm of lies, intrigue and scandal threatens Macbeth's tranquil village of Lochdubh.

Torn between loyalty to his local community and his responsibilities as a police officer, he begins threading his way through a maze of deceit, quickly finding himself on the trail of a ruthless, treacherous murderer. If he catches the killer, peace can return to the village. If he fails, he will lose everything - his job, his home and the life he so loves in Lochdubh.

Praise of Death of a Green-Eyed Monster:

'This Hamish Macbeth novel maintains Beaton's distinctive voice and includes the usual village eccentrics, loads of Scottish lore, and the light humor that Beaton fans have loved through the years. . . A definite purchase for all mystery collections' Starred Review, Library Journal
'Unmissable!' Peterborough Telegraph

Praise for the Hamish Macbeth series:

'First rate ... deft social comedy and wonderfully realized atmosphere.' Booklist

'It's always a treat to return to Lochdubh.' New York Times

'Readers will enjoy the quirks and unique qualities of the cast ... Beaton catches the beauty of the area's natural geography and succinctly describes its distinct flavour.' Library Journal

'Befuddled, earnest and utterly endearing, Hamish makes his triumphs sweetly satisfying.' Publishers Weekly©2022 M.C. Beaton Crime Fiction International Mystery & Crime Mystery Police Procedural Fiction Crime
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This lovely, lively story sees Hamish getting shot at on a beach, a far cry from the benign thefts in his village. It's a book that flows seamlessly, and entertains from beginning to end.

Excitement for Hamish, and a new friend

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but now it's your time to shine as R W Green 💚 well done 👍

the next M C Beaton

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The legacy of MC Beaton lives on in this great story with wonderful narration. Can’t wait for the next episode in Hamish’s beautiful world.

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I think RW Green does a good job of keeping the Hamish Macbeth universe alive, & it was nice to revisit rural Scotland after I had listened to a run of murder mysteries set in middle class England. I love Hamish's alternative lifestyle, & his rejection of the captialist rat race. However, I got a bit irritated by his deep mourning for Dorothy, especially as I couldn't remember her much from the last book! Heartless, I know! David Monteath's narration was lovely, as always.

Nice to be in Hamish's company again!

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wonderful marion would have loved it. fabulous narration as always and great story. Great to have some favourite characters in here too.

welcome back Hamish

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