Hamish Macbeth Books in Order

The Hamish Macbeth series is a beloved collection of cozy murder mysteries set in the fictional Scottish Highland village of Lochdubh. The protagonist, Police Constable Hamish Macbeth, appears to be an unambitious, laid-back officer content with his simple life in the Highlands. However, beneath this exterior lies a highly observant and competent detective who uses his deep connections with the local community to solve murders while cleverly navigating the political bureaucracy of the police department. The series captures the charm of rural Scottish life, featuring memorable characters, dry wit, and intriguing mysteries. Beginning with "Death of a Gossip" in 1985, the series spans nearly four decades and continues to delight readers worldwide. The books were adapted into a popular BBC television series in the 1990s starring Robert Carlyle.

List of Hamish Macbeth Books

  1. Death of a Gossip

    Published: 1985

  2. Death of a Cad

    Published: 1987

  3. Death of an Outsider

    Published: 1988

  4. Death of a Perfect Wife

    Published: 1989

  5. Death of a Hussy

    Published: 1990

  6. Death of a Snob

    Published: 1991

  7. Death of a Prankster

    Published: 1992

  8. Death of a Glutton

    Published: 1993

  9. Death of a Travelling Man

    Published: 1993

  10. Death of a Charming Man

    Published: 1994

  11. Death of a Nag

    Published: 1995

  12. Death of a Macho Man

    Published: 1996

  13. Death of a Dentist

    Published: 1997

  14. Death of a Scriptwriter

    Published: 1998

  15. Death of an Addict

    Published: 1999

  16. A Highland Christmas

    Published: 1999

  17. Death of a Dustman

    Published: 2001

  18. Death of a Celebrity

    Published: 2002

  19. Death of a Village

    Published: 2003

  20. Death of a Poison Pen

    Published: 2004

  21. Death of a Bore

    Published: 2005

  22. Death of a Dreamer

    Published: 2006

  23. Death of a Maid

    Published: 2007

  24. Death of a Gentle Lady

    Published: 2008

  25. Death of a Witch

    Published: 2009

  26. Death of a Valentine

    Published: 2010

  27. Death of a Chimney Sweep

    Published: 2011

  28. Death of a Kingfisher

    Published: 2012

  29. Death of Yesterday

    Published: 2013

  30. Death of a Policeman

    Published: 2014

  31. Death of a Liar

    Published: 2015

  32. Death of a Nurse

    Published: 2016

  33. Death of a Ghost

    Published: 2017

  34. Death of an Honest Man

    Published: 2018

  35. Death of a Green-Eyed Monster

    Published: 2022

  36. Death of a Traitor

    Published: 2023

  37. Death of a Spy

    Published: 2024

  38. Death of a Smuggler

    Published: 2025

Hamish Macbeth Books in Order

by M.C. Beaton

The Hamish Macbeth series is a beloved collection of cozy murder mysteries set in the fictional Scottish Highland village of Lochdubh. The protagonist, Police Constable Hamish Macbeth, appears to be an unambitious, laid-back officer content with his simple life in the Highlands. However, beneath this exterior lies a highly observant and competent detective who uses his deep connections with the local community to solve murders while cleverly navigating the political bureaucracy of the police department. The series captures the charm of rural Scottish life, featuring memorable characters, dry wit, and intriguing mysteries. Beginning with "Death of a Gossip" in 1985, the series spans nearly four decades and continues to delight readers worldwide. The books were adapted into a popular BBC television series in the 1990s starring Robert Carlyle.