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rebelmouse's review against another edition
3.0
This was an ok story for me, an easy read, but I did feel that the book took too long to end.
I felt that this was a weaker story line than others in the series; but I will continue to read them as I usually enjoy them.
I felt that this was a weaker story line than others in the series; but I will continue to read them as I usually enjoy them.
mborer23's review against another edition
4.0
I really like Agatha and I like these books. They're light and enjoyable reads, as long as you don't mind some of the author's decidedly old-fashioned opinions which she voices through her characters.
Here, Agatha once more decides to soothe her lovelorn heart by taking on another freelance PR job suggested by ex-employee Roy—but the water company that plans to sell water from a spring on public land is a tough customer. And once Agatha sees blood in the water, she won't rest until she knows who's responsible. This one's a bit shocking at the end too!
Here, Agatha once more decides to soothe her lovelorn heart by taking on another freelance PR job suggested by ex-employee Roy—but the water company that plans to sell water from a spring on public land is a tough customer. And once Agatha sees blood in the water, she won't rest until she knows who's responsible. This one's a bit shocking at the end too!
ugreta's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
sianw1992's review against another edition
4.0
Agatha Raisin and the Wellspring of Death by M.C. Beaton
I love the Agatha Raisin series and this one is no exception. They're great easy reads with brilliant characters, especially the titular Agatha Raisin. The plots are excellent and I never normally work out who the culprit is.
I love the Agatha Raisin series and this one is no exception. They're great easy reads with brilliant characters, especially the titular Agatha Raisin. The plots are excellent and I never normally work out who the culprit is.
jaxgirl007's review against another edition
funny
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
beccajbooks's review against another edition
4.0
A water company is coming to the quiet, tranquil little village neighbouring Agatha's. They are there to tap into the natural wellspring and make some money from it. And then... of course... there's a murder. Agatha is the one who finds him, as per usual, so she raises the alarm and then the detection starts.
I liked this one. It's the usual Agatha Raisin story, and has all the great things that we've come to expect. Agatha is frosty and curt, she's also lonely and needy - but she'd never let you know.
I enjoyed listening to this one as an audiobook, they are read by Penelope Keith and she is perfect to narrate.
For the first half of the book, it seems that the murder case take s a bit of a back seat compared to catching up with Agatha and her pals. There is a lot of emphasis on Agatha's relationship with the director of the water company, her ever-longing for James Lacey and her annoying sidekick Roy. As usual there are a million characters to get your head around, but eventually you work it all out.
The animal rights group scenes were interesting, Agatha's chats with some of the older ladies in Ancombe are laugh out loud funny, and her 'sleeping around' is just very Agatha. She's constantly worried about the way she looks 'for an older lady', but she's quite capable of catching the eyes of younger men.
Loved it. Onto the next!
Recommended to Agatha Raisin fans and those looking for a cosy mystery.
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I liked this one. It's the usual Agatha Raisin story, and has all the great things that we've come to expect. Agatha is frosty and curt, she's also lonely and needy - but she'd never let you know.
I enjoyed listening to this one as an audiobook, they are read by Penelope Keith and she is perfect to narrate.
For the first half of the book, it seems that the murder case take s a bit of a back seat compared to catching up with Agatha and her pals. There is a lot of emphasis on Agatha's relationship with the director of the water company, her ever-longing for James Lacey and her annoying sidekick Roy. As usual there are a million characters to get your head around, but eventually you work it all out.
The animal rights group scenes were interesting, Agatha's chats with some of the older ladies in Ancombe are laugh out loud funny, and her 'sleeping around' is just very Agatha. She's constantly worried about the way she looks 'for an older lady', but she's quite capable of catching the eyes of younger men.
Loved it. Onto the next!
Recommended to Agatha Raisin fans and those looking for a cosy mystery.
www.thebeautifulbookbreak.com
pogared's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
raye_loves_reading's review against another edition
3.0
I really do need to start reading things in order - but sometimes it's just easier to pick up a book and read. To be honest, apart from Agatha's romance and the occasional character that pops up on a recurring basis it's not that necessary to read them in order (at least that's what I'm finding).
haley_s's review against another edition
dark
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
The central mystery was interesting and I liked seeing how Agatha went about solving it, especially since she's currently not speaking to the man she used to solve crimes with. However, I feel like half the book was Agatha worrying about her appearance or trying on clothes, or worrying about other people's appearances. She initially seems like an older woman who doesn't care what the world thinks of her, but that is quickly proven wrong.
Despite the scary looking cover, this mystery is not particularly dark or scary or particularly gory. It was a quick read and as someone who doesn't usually read mysteries, it was neat to see how another author handles this genre.
Despite the scary looking cover, this mystery is not particularly dark or scary or particularly gory. It was a quick read and as someone who doesn't usually read mysteries, it was neat to see how another author handles this genre.