Killing Time : An Agatha Raisin Mystery – M. C. Beaton, R. W. Green

Agatha Raisin is back in Killing Time , the thirty-fifth installment of M.C. Beaton’s beloved mystery series. When a string of burglaries disrupts the quiet Cotswolds village, Agatha’s detective agency springs into action. But the case takes a dark turn when a murder occurs, pulling her deeper into danger. To complicate matters, her friend Sir Charles Fraith enlists her help to organize a lavish event at his ancestral home, Barfield House.

As Agatha juggles investigations and event planning, she becomes a target herself—receiving death threats and narrowly escaping a kidnapping. Fleeing to Mallorca with her former police officer beau, John Glass, she hopes to lie low. But even abroad, the shadows of the case follow her.

The story weaves through antique clocks, hidden secrets, and a centuries-old mystery tied to the victim. Agatha’s sharp wit and relentless curiosity push her to unravel clues, even as her personal life teeters on chaos. Fans of the series will delight in her signature blend of humor, mishaps, and stubborn determination.

R.W. Green, continuing Beaton’s legacy, captures Agatha’s fiery spirit while adding fresh twists. The Cotswolds setting comes alive with quirky characters and picturesque charm, balancing suspense with cozy small-town vibes.

A race against time ensues as Agatha pieces together the puzzle—confronting enemies old and new. Will she solve the murder, survive the threats, and keep her romance alive? The clock is ticking, and Agatha Raisin is never one to back down.