Böcker av M.C. Beaton

Agatha lets sleeping vets lie...Retired PR boss Agatha Raisin is enjoying life in her pretty Cotswold village of Carsely. It even seems likely that the attractive new vet, Paul Bladen, has taken a shine to her. But before romance can blossom, Paul is killed in an accident with Lord Pendlebury's horse. Only the circumstances are rather suspicious.Agatha decides she must once more play amateur investigator. And this cloud has a silver lining - she can persuade her usually stand-offish neighbour, James Lacey, to become her partner in the quest. As usual, Agatha is quite prepared to rush in, heedless of the lurking menace to both James and herself.Praise for the Agatha Raisin series:'Agatha is like Miss Marple with a drinking problem, pack-a-day habit and major man lust. I think she may be living my dream life.' Entertainment Weekly'Clever red herrings and some wicked unfinished business guarantees that the listener will pant for a sequel.' The Times Audiobook Review

A missing person report is not usually something that Hamish Macbeth sees as cause for undue distress.Should a child or a vulnerable person vanish, it's an urgent matter that needs to be treated seriously, but in Macbeth's experience, most other people who go missing tend to turn up again before long. So when Kate Hibbert disappears after having last been seen struggling along the road with a heavy suitcase, he is convinced she has gone travelling and reluctantly goes through the motions of investigating.Interviewing those who were closest to her, Macbeth is perplexed by their apparent lack of concern but sees no reason to suspect foul play. When Hibbert does eventually resurface, however, a storm of lies, intrigue and scandal threatens Macbeth's tranquil village of Lochdubh.Torn between loyalty to his local community and his responsibilities as a police officer, he begins threading his way through a maze of deceit, quickly finding himself on the trail of a ruthless, treacherous murderer. If he catches the killer, peace can return to the village. If he fails, he will lose everything - his job, his home and the life he so loves in Lochdubh.Praise of Death of a Green-Eyed Monster:'This Hamish Macbeth novel maintains Beaton's distinctive voice and includes the usual village eccentrics, loads of Scottish lore, and the light humor that Beaton fans have loved through the years. . . A definite purchase for all mystery collections' Starred Review, Library Journal'Unmissable!' Peterborough TelegraphPraise for the Hamish Macbeth series:'First rate ... deft social comedy and wonderfully realized atmosphere.' Booklist'It's always a treat to return to Lochdubh.' New York Times'Readers will enjoy the quirks and unique qualities of the cast ... Beaton catches the beauty of the area's natural geography and succinctly describes its distinct flavour.' Library Journal'Befuddled, earnest and utterly endearing, Hamish makes his triumphs sweetly satisfying.' Publishers Weekly

Ignorance is bliss... especially when it comes to murder!Ever since the death of his father, Fellworth Dolphin has slaved away as a waiter to support his miserly, cold-hearted mother. So when she suddenly dies Fellworth is shocked to discover she has left him a fortune. Somewhat confused, Fell teams up with a girl from work, Maggie, to investigate the source of the riches. But what they find instead is a closet full of skeletons...Is it really possible Fell's father was involved in a decades-old train robbery? And who is the mysterious woman in the portrait hidden in his mother's wardrobe? As Fell and Maggie poke around the village for answers they find themselves on a surprise-filled path to danger and adventure - but all this good fortune could come to a sudden end if they don't stay one step ahead of a cunning killer...

Agatha goes digging where she shouldn't...Agatha is taken aback when she finds a new woman ensconced in the affections of her attractive bachelor neighbour, James Lacey. The beautiful Mary Fortune is superior in every way, especially when it comes to gardening - and with Carsely Garden Open Day looming, Agatha feels this deficiency acutely.So when Mary is discovered murdered, buried upside down in a pot, Agatha seizes the moment and immediately starts yanking up village secrets by their roots and digging the dirt on the hapless victim. But Agatha has an awkward secret too . . .Praise for the Agatha Raisin series:'Sharp, witty, hugely intelligent, unfailingly entertaining . . . M. C. Beaton has created a national treature.' Anne Robinson, The Times'The Miss Marple-like Raisin is a refreshingly sensible, wonderfully eccentric, thoroughly likeable heroine.' Booklist

'Agatha is like Miss Marple with a drinking problem, a pack-a-day habit and major man lust. In fact, I think she could be living my dream life' Entertainment WeeklyAn unexpected hike to the Other Side . . . After time away, Agatha Raisin returns to her beloved Cotswold village of Carsely - and to her handsome neighbour, James Lacey. True, James seems less than thrilled to see her, but Agatha is soon distracted by a sensational murder. The victim, found in a field, is young hiker Jessica Tartinck, who spent her life enraging landowners by insisting on her right to roam. Hope springs eternal in Agatha's breast as she lures the reluctant James into her investigation. There are so many leads to follow, for Jessica's fellow walkers - not to mention the landowners - all seem able to commit murder. Praise for the Agatha Raisin series:'A Beaton novel is like The Archers on speed' Daily Mail'The detective novels of M. C. Beaton, a master of outrageous black comedy, have reached cult status' The Times'I'm not sure I wouldn't back Agatha against Reacher in a fight. She has the ruthlessness. The cunning. And the poisoned quiche' Daily Telegraph

New York Times bestselling author M. C. Beaton is back with a new mystery featuring Scotland's most quick-witted but unambitious policeman.

The 21st Hamish Mcbeth crime mystery, delightfully recovered and re-issued for all the fans of Agatha Raisin.

The fourth in the much loved Hamish Macbeth series from the author of the bestselling Agatha Raisin series - with a delightful new jacket style.

A special Christmas standalone story for all fans of Hamish Macbeth. And it could be Hamish's toughest case - to bring some festive cheer to a town long dampened by the spirit of Scrooge.

The 12th mystery featuring Hamish Macbeth from the bestselling M.C.Beaton, author of the Agatha Raisin series

I tre säsonger har Lady Margery Quennel agerat panelhöna. Med undantag för Charles, markisen av Edgecombe, den enda man som brytt sig om att dansa med henne och som hon inte ens tycker om, har Lady Margery ingenting med män att göra. Nu vid 23 års ålder är hon uttråkad till det yttersta och bestämmer sig för att återvända hem till Chelmswood, men den trygghet hon söker finns inte att hitta. Hennes en gång så stiliga far har nämligen tagit en nittonårig flicka till brud, och denna verkar fast besluten att slösa bort hela faderns förmögenhet.Margerys far riskerar att bli bankrutt och bestämmer sig för att sälja Chelmswood, men Margery vägrar att ge med sig. Hon beslutar sig att en gång för alla hitta en rik make i hopp om att rädda sitt anrika hem.När Margery med konster och knep lyckas få hela tre friare verkar alla hennes problem vara lösta – ända tills markisen av Edgecombe dyker upp på nytt och sätter allt hon kämpat för på spel.M.C. Beaton (1936-2019) är den internationellt bästsäljande författaren till både Agatha Raisin- och Hamish Macbeth-serierna, såväl som flera populära historisk romance-serier. Hennes böcker har översatts till 17 språk och hennes Agatha Raisin-mysterier har blivit till TV-serie.

Agatha Raisin säger upp sig från sin PR-firma i London, säljer sin lägenhet och bestämmer sig för att prova på livet som småstadsbo i den lilla byn Carsely, beläget i pittoreska Cotswold Hills. Men livet som förtidspensionerad blir inte riktigt som hon tänkt sig. Hon är van vid ett högt tempo och att få som hon vill, och för att inte dö av uttråkning bestämmer hon sig för att delta i en lokal baktävling. Agatha har dock aldrig bakat något i sitt liv, men det är väl ingen som skulle misstänka att hennes quiche är inhandlad i London? När hennes bidrag ratas av domaren Cummings-Brown blir det inte riktigt den succé Agatha väntat sig, särskilt inte när domaren kolar vippen efter att ha smakat på hennes – tydligen – förgiftade quiche. Om hon tyckte att hon fick ett dåligt mottagande av invånarna i Carsely innan så var det småpotatis jämfört med nu, och när hon börjar få obehagliga meddelanden skickade till sig misstänker hon att det hör ihop med dödsfallet. Agatha Raisin måste gå till botten med mysteriet med det förgiftade bakverket, innan hon står näst på tur... "Agatha Raisin – Delikata lögner i Cotswold hills" är första boken om M.C. Beatons älskade detektiv Agatha Raisin. M.C. Beaton (1936-2019) är den internationellt bästsäljande författaren till både Agatha Raisin- och Hamish Macbeth-serierna, såväl som flera populära historisk romance-serier. Hennes böcker har översatts till 17 språk och hennes Agatha Raisin-mysterier har blivit till TV-serie.

Den unga änkan Delphine har inget minne av sitt förflutna, allt hon vet är att hon som liten flicka räddades undan den franska revolutionen och fördes till England. Där har hon lev ett isolerat liv och det är bara via marknaden för franska migranter som hon träffar sina forna landsmän. En av dem är en charmig jonglör med gyllene hår och himmelsblå ögon. Först efter sin makes död får Delphine reda på sitt verkliga öde. Hon kommer från en adlig familj och hon har sedan barnsben varit trolovad med den franska greven Jules Saint-Pierre. Han befinner sig nu i England och vill gifta sig med henne. För att hedra sina föräldrars sista önskan går Delphine med på giftermålet. Men när hon möter sin blivande man så är det ett par bekanta himmelsblå ögon som ser på henne. Vem är egentligen Jules Saint-Pierre? Är han en greve eller en bedragare? M.C. Beaton (1936-2019) är den internationellt bästsäljande författaren till både Agatha Raisin- och Hamish Macbeth-serierna, såväl som flera populära historisk romance-serier. Hennes böcker har översatts till 17 språk och hennes Agatha Raisin-mysterier har blivit till TV-serie.

Lady Mary och hennes make, den stilige lord Hubert Challenge, lever i ett kärlekslöst äktenskap där han ger order och hon måste lyda. Mary vet att i hennes makes ögon är deras giftermål endast ett sätt för honom att behålla sin status, han behövde pengarna som hennes familj kunde erbjuda. Trots det är Mary hopplöst förälskad i Lord Hubert. Hon hade hoppats att deras arrangerade äktenskap skulle bli kärleksfullt och fyllt av glädje, men inser nu att hon var naiv.Efter att ha varit gifta i endast tre veckor blir Huberts regemente kallat till Bryssel där Napoleons trupper är på framfart. Trots makens protester följer Mary med. Väl på plats upptäcker hon att Huberts beryktade före detta älskarinna Clarissa också är i Bryssel. Mary bestämmer sig för att vinna sin mans hjärta och är villig att göra vad som krävs. Men det är hon inte ensam om ...M.C. Beaton (1936-2019) är den internationellt bästsäljande författaren till både Agatha Raisin- och Hamish Macbeth-serierna, såväl som flera populära historisk romance-serier. Hennes böcker har översatts till 17 språk och hennes Agatha Raisin-mysterier har blivit till TV-serie.

The brand new Agatha Raisin mystery from multimillion-selling author M. C. Beaton, the Queen of Cosy Crime, about an eccentric Cotswolds-based detective with an erratic love life and a penchant for G and Ts . . .

From the moment honey-tressed young Annabelle met her sister Minerva's intended, Lord Sylvester, she developed a secret passion for him that obsessed her. Now she was determined to take him away from Minerva - no matter what!But Annabelle hadn't reckoned on Lord Sylvester's best friend, Peter, who falls in love with her and decides to tame her growing passions towards the wrong man!

Raven-haired Minerva, eldest daughter of an impecunious vicar, When the Reverend Charles Armitage, an impecunious country vicar in Regency England, announces that raven-haired Minerva, the eldest of his six daughters, is to have her coming-out in London, the news is not well received by the rest of the family. Mrs. Armitage has one of her Spasms and has to be brought round by burning a quantity of feathers under her nose. Annabelle, the nearest in age to Minerva, is clearly jealous, the boys are all surly, and the other girls just start off crying. Minerva is despatched to Town under the wing of the disreputable old Lady Godolphin. Her task - to find a rich husband and thereby restore the ailing family fortunes. But the other five daughters will all get their chance, because Minerva is but the first volume in The Six Sisters series by Marion Chesney.

Whether dressed in her finery or disguised as a frump, he wanted her just the same!How can plain Frederica withstand a Season's scrutiny after the five beauties before her have married so magnificently? The only solution is to run away from home...Disguised as a chambermaid, Freddie soon finds her way into the household of the fashionable Duke of Pembury. But the wild gentleman is soon on to her tricks and finds himself escorting Freddie back to London, where, once again on the marriage mart, her sisters make over the tomboyish runaway until even she cannot recognise herself!But a certain gentleman can, and so it would seem that Freddie is not fated to be plain - or unmarried - after all....

Diana's passion is a rather strange one for a lady - she loves to hunt while dressed as a man!With her lustrous black hair and enormous dark eyes, Diana is shy of men yet dreams of the freedom they must enjoy. Only when she is invited to Town by the icily blond Lord Mark Dantrey does she begin to realise that being a women does have unexpected advantages. And what of the gypsy, who prophesised a dark stranger, and warned of a fair one? Surprising twists and turns await Diana on the path of true love.