Agatha Raisin and the Witch of Wyckha..., M. C. Beaton
Agatha Raisin and the Witch of Wyckha..., M. C. Beaton
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Agatha Raisin and the Witch of Wyckhadden

Author: M. C. Beaton

Narrator: Penelope Keith

Unabridged: 5 hr 58 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 12/01/2012

Synopsis

There is nothing more depressing for a middle-aged lovelorn woman with bald patches on her head than to find herself in an English seaside resort out of season. Agatha Raisin, her hair falling out after a run-in with a hairdresser-cum-murderess from a previous investigation, travels to an old-fashioned hotel in order to repair the damage away from the neighbors in her all-too-cozy Cotswolds village. Unhappy about the slow results and prompted by the elderly residents of the resort, she consults the local witch for help. Agatha purchases a hair tonic (and a love potion, just in case!) and is soon sprouting hairs and capturing the fancy of the village police inspector. But the quiet town is stunned by the murder of the witch. Which of the graying guests is capable of such a brutal crime? The brassy yet endearing Agatha won’t stop until she finds the culprit—and, of course, a little love too.

About M. C. Beaton

M. C. Beaton has won international acclaim for her New York Times bestselling Hamish Macbeth mysteries. The BBC has aired 24 episodes based on the series. Beaton is also the author of the bestselling Agatha Raisin series, which will air as an eight-episode dramatic series on Sky1, starring Ashley Jensen. She lives in the Cotswolds with her husband. For more information, you can visit MCBeaton.com.

About Penelope Keith

Penelope Keith is an Earphones Award–winning narrator and award-winning actress who is best known for her roles in To the Manor Born and The Good Life, but she has appeared in many other television programs, including No Job for a Lady and Law and Disorder. Her theater performances include The Norman Conquests, Hay Fever, and Mrs. Warren’s Profession. She has received several BAFTA Awards and in 2014 was appointed a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Anne on June 08, 2024

Agatha has run away to Wyckhadden because her hair is a hot mess. At the end of the last book, we find out that the murderess hairdresser had put a depilatory creme on Agatha's head while she gave her evil monologue. Now poor Aggie has bald patches. No way can she stand for James to see her like thi......more

Goodreads review by Barbara on September 27, 2021

In this 9th book in the 'Agatha Raisin' mystery series, the amateur sleuth investigates murder in a residential hotel for retirees. The book can be read as a standalone. ***** After a vengeful hairdresser washes Agatha Raisin's hair with depilatory rather than shampoo, the partially bald amateur detec......more

Goodreads review by Fiona on June 17, 2017

I can never get enough of Agatha. The more I read of her, the more I love her. Returning to her world is like being snuggled up cozily with a blanket and a cup of tea, it's ultimate comfort reading. This time, Agatha is on the case trying to solve the murder of a local witch whilst staying in a Vict......more

Goodreads review by Jules on April 29, 2017

Super series! I've been reading this series on and off for quite a few years now. Having read 18 books so far, I struggle to remember details of each book individually, so this is a general review. This is such an enjoyable modern day Miss Marple. Agatha Raisin is so annoying at times, I've felt the......more

Goodreads review by John on March 02, 2023

A cosy story set in a seaside town where Agatha is awaiting for her hair to grow back after an accident at a hairdressers. Of course there is a murder and Agatha finds the body lots of suspects at the hotel she is staying at and Agatha also meets a police inspector called Jimmy Jessop who takes a fa......more

Quotes

“A treasure of a book! The story sparkles with mystery, humor, and several romances. The always wonderful M. C. Beaton has outdone herself with this cozy-lovers delight.”

RT Book Reviews

“A charming cozy that successfully blends mystery, interesting characters, and personal relationships. A true delight for the first time or longtime mystery fanatic.”

Mystery Reader

“More great fun from an endearing heroine.”

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