[Luffy]

My 3 star review of Death of a Glutton (Hamish Macbeth, #8), by M.C. Beaton:-

Spoiler:

This series, despite this dip in form, still holds the promise of riches to come. I do get the impression however, that just like Pyramid schemes weren't invented in Egypt, these accents of the Scottish characters sound dreadfully not on the nose.

The Glutton in question was not offensive enough, and only a madman/woman can take measures against her alive status. But this manageable book was a treat. Sweetened with honey, sweet nothings, and greed.

M.C. Beaton has good plotting capabilities. But any writer can do that. What sets her apart is the colour she brings to her main and minor characters. I'm sure from now on until the last 5 or so books, that she will 'deliver', God rest her soul.