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Agatha Raisin in Down the Hatch

By: M. C. Beaton
Narrated by: Penelope Keith
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Nothing could be more relaxing or sedate than a quiet game of bowls on a pristine bowling green bathed in the sunshine of an English summer's afternoon in the Cotswolds - unless there's a dead body lying on the grass.

Agatha Raisin becomes embroiled in a turmoil of jealousy and lies when the tranquillity of her local bowls club explodes into a storm of accusation and intrigue - and murder. Her private life is no less turbulent when a past suitor reappears just as her ex-husband seems intent on rekindling their romance, and her close friend, Bill Wong, is in danger of losing the woman he loves.

Events take an even darker turn when Agatha realises that, in pursuing the bowling green killer, she is putting her own life in danger....

©2021 M. C. Beaton (P)2021 Hachette Audio UK
Cosy Detective Mystery Private Investigators Women Sleuths Women's Fiction Fiction Suspense

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Critic reviews

"Every new Agatha Raisin escapade is a total joy." (Ashley Jensen)

"No wonder she's been crowned Queen of Cosy Crime." (Mail on Sunday)

"The detective novels of M C Beaton have reached cult status." (The Times)

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Delightful

I was delighted by this as it was written (finished) by a ghost writer after MC Beaton’s death.
There were one of two moments at the beginning where it felt different, and I have heard that there are inconsistencies, but I loved it. I can’t wait to read or listen to the ones I’ve missed.

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Agatha at her best

Agatha and her trusty team solving mysteries and crime whilst giving us a laugh at the same time thanks to the author’s quick wit and sense of humour. Narrated brilliantly by Penelope Keith.

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Down the Hatch

loved the intro but thought the voice of Charles a little harsh compared to TV

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Read really well with fantastic voices f

Fantastic voices by Penelope K. She brings the characters to life, even the male speaking parts.

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Can’t get enough of Agatha

I love these books and Penelope is amazing as Agatha I hope they continue for a long time.

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Enjoyable,

I have listen to quit a few of the raisin books , Penelope narrative is just the right voice . The story line, light, engaging, I even get some of the clues and guess the murderer, very enjoyable listen

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Agatha Raisin back on top form!

Enjoyed the story and seeing all the old characters back. Beautifully read and entertaining .

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Fabulous and Easy listening

I was deeply saddened when M.C.Beaton died.
I have enjoyed the Agatha Raisin series enormously.

As a writer M.C.Beaton has a prolific library of published work and I hoped there would be some "books in progress" left.
Thanks to the collaboration between M.C.Beaton and R.W.Green, Agatha Raisin has continued to shine .
In my humble opinion there is no other Actor, Vocal talent or person that encapsulates the true depths of Agatha Raisin to perfection than the truly wonderful and very talented Penelope Keith as always amazing narration .

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Agatha Raisin in Down the Hatch

Love the story and the continued life of Agatha Raisin,, I have looked forward to this book for many months and have enjoyed it immensely, I am looking forward to the next chapter Agatha Raisins life and the Detective Agency and the continuing story of the Cotswold village. Well done loved every minute.

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Loved this book.

Loved this book. Brilliant storyline with twists and humour and brilliant characters who I love.

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