
Death of a Poison Pen
by:
M. C. Beaton
,
M.C. Beaton
Edition: First Edition
Language: English
Format: Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0892967889
ISBN 13: 9780892967889
Publication date:
February 1st, 2004
Publisher: Mysterious Press
Pages: 256
Genres: Mystery, Science Fiction
In a quaint Scottish village, the atmosphere is disrupted by the arrival of venomous correspondence that targets its unsuspecting residents. Hamish Macbeth, the local constable, finds himself in the midst of a web of intrigue and deception, as the letters provoke a whirlwind of suspicion and paranoia. Gossip quickly spreads among the townsfolk, and friendships are tested when the pen becomes mightier than the sword.
As tensions rise, the mystery escalates when one of the recipients turns up dead, sending shockwaves through the community. Hamish, known for his keen investigative instincts and unconventional methods, must sift through a sea of motives and alibis. The village, with its charming yet flawed characters, reveals dark secrets as Hamish digs deeper, leading him to question who might be wielding the poison pen.
With wit and humor, the narrative explores the ripple effects of gossip and mistrust, shedding light on human nature's complexities. As Hamish navigates this tangled scenario, he finds that solving the murder is intricately tied to uncovering the truth behind the letters.
In this latest installment, readers are drawn into a suspenseful and engaging tale, highlighting the charm and challenges of village life while weaving a classic murder mystery that keeps them guessing until the very end.
As tensions rise, the mystery escalates when one of the recipients turns up dead, sending shockwaves through the community. Hamish, known for his keen investigative instincts and unconventional methods, must sift through a sea of motives and alibis. The village, with its charming yet flawed characters, reveals dark secrets as Hamish digs deeper, leading him to question who might be wielding the poison pen.
With wit and humor, the narrative explores the ripple effects of gossip and mistrust, shedding light on human nature's complexities. As Hamish navigates this tangled scenario, he finds that solving the murder is intricately tied to uncovering the truth behind the letters.
In this latest installment, readers are drawn into a suspenseful and engaging tale, highlighting the charm and challenges of village life while weaving a classic murder mystery that keeps them guessing until the very end.