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In the quiet town of Inverness, famed maid Mrs. Gillespie meets a shocking fate when a metal bucket crashes into her. With her reputation for uncovering household secrets, the local police believe she may have stumbled upon something dangerous—a truth that could implicate anyone whose house she once cleaned. Inspector Hamish Macbeth must navigate the tight‑knit community, decipher gossip, and piece together the circumstances of her death, all while keeping the town safe from further danger. The investigation reveals that beneath the village’s serene façade lie hidden motives and long‑held grudges, challenging Macbeth’s instincts and highlighting the often‑overlooked role of domestic workers in crime and society.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Police Procedural
Authors: Marion Chesney
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