when i notice that hamish macbeth be be broadcast in the united state and i be thrill . i then have the misfortune to watch the darn thing . i adore m. c. beaton book about the wonderful scottish constable . the character in the book be entertain and very well write . the power that be who be responsible for this mish mash apparently have never have read one of beaton book . only the name hamish macbeth have anything to do with the series . besides the lack of familiar character and i find the whole show offensively loud . it seem that the actor feel they must shout their line and scream at each other . if you love m. c. beaton adorable hamish macbeth do not waste your time on this rubbish .