A Highland Christmas, M. C. Beaton
A Highland Christmas, M. C. Beaton
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A Highland Christmas

Author: M. C. Beaton

Narrator: Graeme Malcolm

Unabridged: 2 hr 7 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/06/2015

Synopsis

In the dark, wintry highlands of Lochdubh, Scotland, where the local Calvinist element resists the secular trimmings of Christmas, the spirit of old Saint Nick is about as welcome as a flat tire on a deserted road.Nor is crime taking a holiday. Likeable village constable Hamish Macbeth soon finds himself protecting an unhappy girl, unlocking the secrets of a frightened old woman, and retrieving some stolen holiday goods.Now the lanky copper must use all his Highland charm and detective skills to make things right. And he had better do it quickly, or else the church bells will soon toll and all of Lochdubh will be forced to face another dreary winter without the comforting embrace of Yuletide cheer.

About M. C. Beaton

M. C. Beaton (1936–2019), hailed as the “Queen of Crime” by the Globe and Mail, was the author of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Agatha Raisin novels—the basis for the hit series on Acorn TV—as well as the Hamish Macbeth series. Born in Scotland, Beaton also wrote nearly one hundred historical romances under several pseudonyms. Her books have been translated into nineteen languages and sold more than twenty-two million copies worldwide.

About Graeme Malcolm

Graeme Malcolm was an actor and winning audiobook narrator who earned twelve AudioFile Earphones Awards. He has performed on Broadway as Pharaoh in Aida and as Sir Edward Ramsay in The King and I. His television appearances include Law & Order, Follow the River, and Mr. Halpern and Mr. Johnson (with Laurence Olivier). His film credits include A Further Gesture, The Adventures of Sebastian Cole, and Reunion.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Bobby on July 29, 2017

Filled with charm, laced with dark but hilarious social comedy, and sprinkled with Christmas warmth, A Highland Christmas is one of the most endearing entries in the Hamish Macbeth series. Having already firmly established with readers the tall, redheaded constable of Lochdubh with little ambition,......more

Goodreads review by Jessica on December 10, 2023

So darling! Not a murder, but just a cute, cute Christmas story with our favorite Highland detective. Of course, there is a mystery here: who has stolen the Cnothan city Christmas lights? And there's the matter of a missing cat, a bitter old biddy, and a flirtatious new schoolteacher. Reread, 2012: L......more

Goodreads review by Gary on December 07, 2017

This was Just the sort of Christmas mystery shorter work I was looking for. I read the first of the Hamish Macbeth mysteries not long ago. Normally I would not jump this far into a series, glad I did. Missing cat and a stolen town Christmas tree and it's lights make up the crimes being investigated.......more

Goodreads review by Florence (Lefty) on December 28, 2012

I got this book in my stocking, along with a lump of coal. The coal was the highlight… Sorry, sorry, let me start over. In the spirit of the generosity in which it was given, a proper review: +1 + 1 + 1 + 1 ½ + 1 – 1 – ½ - ½ = 3 ½ stars +1 SNAPPY DIALOG: “What’s up with you, Constable? Standing about......more

Goodreads review by Fiona on January 24, 2018

I know Christmas is over but it didn't stop me relishing in the festive feel of Lochdubh (or rather, the lack of it!). Hamish is roused from his relaxing break to search for a missing cat, missing Christmas lights and a missing Christmas tree - does someone have a grudge against Christmas? It's alwa......more

Quotes

“Chock-full of local color and sentimental cheer.” Booklist

“[A] Christmas special of a book featuring policeman Hamish Macbeth and two minor Yuletide mysteries…It’s light fun throughout.” Publishers Weekly

“Charming…[a] Christmas fable sure to please Hamish’s legion of fans and likely to make a few new ones.” Kirkus Reviews

“Macbeth appears to be just what this community needs: a logical voice when one is called for, help in times of need, and a balance between older ways of thinking and the changes being brought by the outside world. The story leaves a warm glow of contentment and has several humorous moments. A perfect selection for the holiday season and a solid tale for sharing year-round.” School Library Journal

“An inspirational treat for the holiday season.” Library Journal

Awards

  • Mystery Guild
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