Death of a Nag

In a quaint Scottish village, Hamish Macbeth finds himself entangled in yet another perplexing mystery when a local resident is discovered dead. The victim, known for her incessant nagging and abrasive personality, had made quite a few enemies among her neighbors. As Macbeth, the endearing yet shrewd constable, navigates the social intricacies of his community, he must sift through a long list of potential suspects, each with their own motives and hidden resentments.

As he delves deeper into the investigation, Macbeth uncovers secrets and lies that expose the underbelly of village life. With his unique blend of intuition and dry humor, he approaches the case, all while facing the challenges of maintaining his own peaceful life. Each clue he unravels brings him closer to the truth, and readers are taken on a journey complete with quirky characters and unexpected twists, characteristic of M. C. Beaton's beloved series.