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Agatha Raisin and the Terrible Tourist

Series: Agatha Raisin
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Agatha Raisin and the Terrible Tourist by M.C. Beaton follows the amusingly nosy and sharp-witted Agatha Raisin as she travels to Cyprus, intent on rekindling her relationship with James Lacey. However, her plans quickly derail when she finds herself entangled in a mysterious murder case among an assortment of eccentric British tourists on the island. As Agatha attempts to untangle the web of deception, her sleuthing skills are put to the test in this cosy crime tale.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate cosy mysteries peppered with humour and eccentric characters. Set against a picturesque yet intrigue-filled backdrop, it follows a sleuth on a holiday turned investigative mission. It appeals to fans of light-hearted detective tales with a delightful mix of charm and suspense.

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Agatha Raisin and the Terrible Tourist

The sixth in the Agatha Raisin murder mysteries complete with brand new cover design

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Cold-blooded murder heats up Agatha's summer holiday! Agatha travels to Cyprus, only to contend with her estranged fiancé, an egregious group of truly terrible tourists, and a string of murders.

In this sixth entertaining outing, Agatha leaves the sleepy Cotswold village of Carsely to pursue love - and finds a murderer. Spurned at the altar, she follows her fleeing fiancé, James Lacey, to Cyprus, where, instead of enjoying the honeymoon they'd planned, they witness the killing of an obnoxious tourist in a disco. Intrigue and a string of murders surround the unlikely couple, in a plot as scorching as the Cypriot sun!

Praise for the Agatha Raisin series:

'M. C. Beaton's imperfect heroine is an absolute gem.' - Publishers Weekly

'The detective novels of M. C. Beaton, a master of outrageous black comedy, have reached cult status.' - The Times

"Anyone interested in a few hours' worth of intelligent, amusing reading will want to make the acquaintance of Mrs. Agatha Raisin." - The Cleveland Pain Dealer

"M C Beaton has created a new national treasure... the stories zing along and are irresistible, unputdownable, a joy... Agatha Raisin is The Strongest Link." - Anne Robinson

'Being a cranky, middle-aged female myself, I found Agatha charming!' - Amazon customer review

'I dream of being able to speak out like Aggie . . . she's a heroine!' - A. Lucas, Essex, reader review

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Agatha Raisin and the Terrible Tourist is compared to a lemon meringue pie, offering a light yet tart experience. The book provides an enjoyable, intelligent read, full of wit and engaging storytelling. Agatha Raisin is portrayed as sharp and delightfully non-PC, making her a compelling character in what some consider an unputdownable story. M.C. Beaton's dry humour shines through, offering an affectionate yet unflattering portrayal of Agatha that is irresistible to readers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472121301

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 July 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Constable

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 124.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 191g

Pages: 272

About the Author

M.C. Beaton (1936-2019) was the author of both the Agatha Raisin and Hamish Macbeth series, as well as numerous Regency romances. Her books have been translated into seventeen languages and have sold more than twenty-one million copies worldwide. She is consistently the most borrowed UK adult author in British libraries, and her Agatha Raisin books have been turned into a TV series on Sky.

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