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Type of bind: Mass Market Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 823.914
EAN num: 9780446615488
ISBN number: 044661548X
Label: Grand Central Publishing
Manufacturer: Grand Central Publishing
Quantity: 1
Page Count: 272
Printing Date: January 01, 2009
Publishing house: Grand Central Publishing
Release Date: January 05, 2009
Sale Popularity Level: 20264
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Gentle by name, gentle by nature. Everyone in the sleepy Scottish town of Lochdubh adores elderly Mrs. Gentle - everyone but Hamish Macbeth, that is. Hamish thinks the gentle lady is quite sly and vicious, and the citizens of Lochdubh think he is overly cranky. Perhaps it's time for him to get married, they say.
But who has time for marriage when there's a murder to be solved? When Mrs. Gentle dies under mysterious circumstances, the town is shocked and outraged. Chief Detective Inspector Blair suspects members of her family, but Hamish Macbeth thinks there's more to the story, and begins investigating the truth behind this lady's gentle exterior.
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The mystery in this book was as decent and solid as any in the series, but I found it overshadowed by Hamish's bizarre decisions when it came to women. Granted, he's never been particularly successful, but at this point it's been drawn out so far it's becoming painful. In this case a part of it was necessary to the plot, but it still had me cringing to read it.
I think this is the part of Hamish's personality that I have difficulty pinning down, despite having read most of the books in the series. Perhaps watching the BBC television series further muddled the waters, because the character there was slightly different than the man I envisioned through reading the books. His attitude towards women and relationships seems slightly off (not in any bad way, but in a 'sometimes old fashioned' and 'sometimes suddenly very modern' way) and it throws the character out of balance. In truth, I'd prefer the series much more if the love life aspect was dropped more by the wayside. There have been some books where it was merely an aside mentioned, and I wish more were that way. Because the series has gone on for so long, and we've gotten to know some of the characters so well, it's in danger of slipping more into a soap opera than a set of neat, tidy little mysteries.
Compared to some of the other books in the series, this one was a little lacking. However, compared to a lot of other mystery series, it was still fairly decent. I'd say dedicated fans of the series should definitely read it, but newcomers really should start at the beginning to really understand the dynamics of the relationships.
AUDIOBOOK NOTE: The audiobooks in the series have all been spectacularly done, and this is no exception. The accents and voices are top-notch, the reading style is smooth and easy to listen to. Highly recommended as an audiobook.
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The 24th installment into the life of Scottish policeman, Hamish Macbeth is presented IN DEATH OF A GENTLE LADY.
Hamish has more than his share of problems in this story. His boss wants to close the small police station in the little town of Lochdubh where Hamish Macbeth is the only policeman! This is a very stressful time and Hamish is also very lonely until he meets a gorgeous Turkish girl who seems to be the proverbial "maiden in distress." The young woman's employer, a Mrs. Gentle, is an elderly lady that most people seem to think is sweet and gentle! However, Hamish takes an instant dislike to her and believes her to be rather nasty. His old love, the beautiful, Priscilla always seems to come back into his life at the worst of times and he realizes that he is never over his feelings for her!
Deception, a murder or two, betrayal and a lot of misunderstanding is always a part of the life of Hamish Macbeth. I enjoyed the story, but I think, I'm about ready for Hamish to solve his love life once and for all! Maybe in book number 25?
Judith Miller
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It is always a pleasure to pick up a Hamish Macbeth book. Some of the books are better than others and I enjoyed this one more than some of her later Macbeth books.
Yes, it is far-fetched in spots and yes it can be formulaic - but that is the magic of this series! I feel that I know Hamish and the inhabitants of Lockdubh and it is always fun to see what's new in their end of the world. Humour abounds and the ending is priceless. A great way to spend a summer afternoon.
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Officer Hamish is in the middle of a murder investigation...then another...then another..all because he thought he was trying to help someone out of a difficult situation. The suspects are many and the twists and turns are fun. I liked the way that Hamish would get even with folks when they messed with him. The final chapter is an excellent example of this...funny. Enjoyed it and look forward to another mystery
with Officer Hamish, his lady friends, his dog, cat, chickens and sheep...in a small sleepy town where nothing ever happens....
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The latest M.C.Beaton series about Hamish Macbeth. I've loved every one and this one was no exception.
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