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  • Agatha Raisin and the Quiche of Death

  • Agatha Raisin, Book 1
  • By: M. C. Beaton
  • Narrated by: Penelope Keith
  • Length: 6 hrs and 26 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (3,839 ratings)

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Agatha Raisin and the Quiche of Death

By: M. C. Beaton
Narrated by: Penelope Keith
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Publisher's summary

After years of bullying and cajoling others as a high-flying public relations boss, Agatha Raisin’s early retirement to the picture-postcard village of Carsley in the Cotswolds is a dream come true. And how better to begin making herself a local leading light than by entering the village quiche-making competition? Unburdened by old-fashioned ideas of fair play, the ruthless Agatha decides to ensure she wins by buying her entry from a London delicatessen. Alas, Agatha’s perfect product is soon exposed - as not only store-bought but poisoned. The contest judge succumbs after eating it, and with him go Agatha’s reputation and her chances of rural bliss - unless she can expose the poisoner....

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What listeners say about Agatha Raisin and the Quiche of Death

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Real men eat quiche and die!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Humorous, well written.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Agatha, as always.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No, more of a couple days entertainment while driving to and from work.

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very enjoyable!

Agatha Raisin is a wonderful companion on a long car ride. The miles flew by as we were held in suspense over "Who dunnit?"

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Pleasant Surprise

I truly enjoyed this book. Agatha is a delightful character. The mystery wasn't complex but it was funny and entertaining. I'm glad I finally gave this series a chance.

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Life in the Cotswolds

What did you love best about Agatha Raisin and the Quiche of Death?

Being there!

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

The devious dealings of rural England

What about Penelope Keith’s performance did you like?

Brilliant!

Any additional comments?

If you have ever bumped your head on the low beams of an old English pub this will delight you - if not it will prepare you well to village life in England and the Cotswolds.

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Mystery, mayhem, and mad British humor!

Penelope Keith is a consummate performer and an absolute delight to listen to! She brings every UK dialect to life! I can't wait to read the next one!

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Fun!

Fun, light read. The characters and English countryside just came alive. Will definitely read more.

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Great story

I really enjoyed this book. I love mysteries.
It was a great story kept me wanting to finish it the first day.
There were a few cuss words personally I don’t think we needed.

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Entertaining - Cute

There were only a few times that my mind drifted from the story. Overall, it was a very cute mystery story to take in.

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great fun

Light and breezy with a very funny leading lady. I found myself laughing out loud quite a few times. Penelope Keith is wonderful.

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So much silly fun!

Lighthearted, laugh out loud, amazing narration...I just loved it! I can't sit to listen to the next book in the Agatha Raisin series.

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