The Quiche of Death by M.C. Beaton

The Quiche of Death

Agatha Raisin #1

M.C. Beaton

285 pages first pub 1992 (editions)

fiction crime mystery lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
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Putting all her eggs in one basket, Agatha Raisin gives up her successful PR firm, sells her London flat, and samples a taste of early retirement in the quiet village of Carsely. Bored, lonely and used to getting her way, she enters a local baking...

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Community Reviews Summary of 3,129 reviews

Moods

mysterious 77%
lighthearted 73%
funny 69%
adventurous 32%
relaxing 19%
hopeful 3%
tense 3%
emotional 2%
challenging 1%
dark 1%
inspiring 1%
reflective 1%

Pace

medium 54%
fast 36%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 55% | Plot: 26% | Character: 17%

Strong character development?

Yes: 49% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 21%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 19%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 69% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 56% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 2%

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