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  • Hamish Macbeth, Book 16
  • By: M. C. Beaton
  • Narrated by: David Monteath
  • Length: 5 hrs and 51 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (159 ratings)
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Death of a Dustman

By: M. C. Beaton
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Summary

When Fergus Macleod, Lochdubh's abusive, drunk dustman is put in charge of the local recycling centre and is dubbed the 'Environment Officer', Hamish Macbeth smells trouble. Sure enough, Fergus, imbued with his new powers, becomes a bullying tyrant and when his body is found stuffed in a recycling bin, no one is sorry - including his long-suffering family. 

But Macbeth is surprised to find that many of the despicable dustman's victims refuse to talk - and when violence strikes again, the lanky lawman must quickly unearth the culprit among a litter of suspects... before the killer makes a clean getaway! 

©2013 M. C. Beaton (P)2013 Audible Ltd

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Back to the familiar stories of Hamish

Was pleased to get back to a typical Hamish story based in his lovely village, rather than the previous one which was all about drugs and Amsterdam, and I felt just as much out of place as Hamish did and was very glad when it was over and he was back to his old self.

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Amazing story

Loved it. Was not disappointed. Poor Hemish, doesn't have a lot of luck with the ladies. Ready for next one.

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Hamish mc Beth

Although my second listening I enjoyed it even more than the first time. I do wish Hamish would find out Pricilla’s history and reason for her coldness.

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Another great Hamish Macbeth mystery

Loved this book The plot moved swiftly to its conclusion The characters were well defined and a surprise ending that I didn't expect

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Death of a Dustman

Excellent! I enjoy listening to the adventures of Hamish Macbeth read by Montieth. He is very easy on the ear. Well worth purchasing if you like Hamish Macbeth.

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My favourite

This is probably my favourite Hamish Macbeth. David Monteaths narration is impeccable. Order it now !

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Loved it

Easy listening love these books I try to listen in order but not always easy

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Another fine story

MCB gets better and better as she progresses the Macbeth stories. Highly worth a listen.

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Most enjoyable

One off the best. I have thoroughly enjoyed this audio book and recommend it to anyone looking for a storey of well drawn characters, with comedy and pathos.

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Intriguing tale...

We found this book full of surprises right to the end. A great replacement to reading the actual book, which my Mother is now sadly unable to do.

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