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Hamish Macbeth Series as M.C. Beaton, R.W. Green

by Marion Chesney

40 books Started 1985 Latest 2025
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The Hamish Macbeth Series as M.C. Beaton, R.W. Green is a Cozy Mystery / Historical Romance series by Marion Chesney, made up of 40 books published between 1985 and 2025. It begins with Death of a Gossip (1985), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Death of a Smuggler (With: R.W. Green) (2025), spanning 40 years of storytelling.

40books
40years active
5decades
~1yrs between books
2025latest release
# Title Year Buy
1980s
1 Death of a Gossip 1985 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Death of a Cad 1987 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 Death of an Outsider 1988 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Death of a Perfect Wife 1989 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1990s
5 Death of a Hussy 1990 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Death of a Snob 1992 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Death of a Prankster 1992 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Death of a Glutton / Death of a Greedy Woman 1993 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 Death of a Travelling Man 1993 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Death of a Charming Man 1994 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 Death of a Nag 1995 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 Death of a Macho Man 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 Death of a Dentist 1997 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 Death of a Scriptwriter 1998 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 Death of an Addict 1999 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 A Highland Christmas 1999 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2000s
17 Death of a Dustman 2001 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
18 Death of a Celebrity 2002 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
19 Death of a Village 2003 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
20 Death of a Poison Pen 2004 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
21 Death of a Bore 2005 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
22 Death of a Dreamer 2006 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
23 Death of a Maid 2007 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
24 Death of a Gentle Lady 2008 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
25 Death of a Witch 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
26 Death of a Valentine 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
27 Death of a Chimney Sweep / Death of a Sweep 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
28 Death of a Kingfisher 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
29 Death of Yesterday 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
30 Death of a Policeman 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
31 Death of a Liar 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
32 Knock, Knock, You're Dead! 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
33 Death of a Nurse 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
34 Death of a Ghost 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
35 Death of an Honest Man 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2020s
36 Death of a Green-Eyed Monster / Death of a Love (With: R.W. Green) 2022 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
37 Death of a Laird (Short Story) (With: R.W. Green) 2022 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
38 Death of a Traitor (With: R.W. Green) 2023 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
39 Death of a Spy (With: R.W. Green) 2024 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
40 Death of a Smuggler (With: R.W. Green)Latest 2025 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Hamish Macbeth Series as M.C. Beaton, R.W. Green series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Hamish Macbeth Series as M.C. Beaton, R.W. Green series?

Start with Death of a Gossip (1985), the first book in the Hamish Macbeth Series as M.C. Beaton, R.W. Green series by Marion Chesney. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Hamish Macbeth Series as M.C. Beaton, R.W. Green series?

There are 40 books in the Hamish Macbeth Series as M.C. Beaton, R.W. Green series by Marion Chesney, published between 1985 and 2025.

What is the first book in the Hamish Macbeth Series as M.C. Beaton, R.W. Green series?

The first book in the Hamish Macbeth Series as M.C. Beaton, R.W. Green series is Death of a Gossip, published in 1985 by Marion Chesney.

What is the latest book in the Hamish Macbeth Series as M.C. Beaton, R.W. Green series?

The most recent book in the Hamish Macbeth Series as M.C. Beaton, R.W. Green series is Death of a Smuggler (With: R.W. Green) (2025) by Marion Chesney.

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About Marion Chesney

**Marion Chesney (1936-2022)** was a prolific American author known for her historical and romantic novels. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Chesney began her writing career in the 1980s. She gained recognition for her popular "Once and Forever" series, which featured Scottish historical romances. Her novels often explored themes of love, loss, and the strength of family. Chesney's works received praise for their vivid storytelling, well-developed characters, and captivating settings. She won multiple awards, including the Golden Leaf Award for Best Historical Romance (2001) and the RT BookReviews Lifetime Achievement Award (2015). Her novels have been translated into multiple languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide. Chesney remained a literary force until her passing in 2022, leaving behind a legacy of captivating and heartwarming stories.

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