Death of a Bore

Death of a Bore is a mystery novel by M.C. Beaton, published in 2005. The book is the twentieth installment in the Hamish Macbeth series and features the eponymous Scottish police officer investigating the death of John Heppel, a minor writer who is found dead in his cottage. The novel is a delightful blend of humor, suspense, and vivid descriptions of Scottish countryside, with an engaging and witty writing style.