The Quiche of Death by M.C. Beaton

The Quiche of Death

Agatha Raisin #1

M.C. Beaton

272 pages first pub 1992 (editions)

fiction crime mystery lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

Description

The first book in M. C. Beaton's New York Times bestselling Agatha Raisin series—now a hit show on Acorn TV and public television. Putting all her eggs in one basket, Agatha Raisin gives up her successful PR firm, sells her London flat, and sample...

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Moods

mysterious 78%
lighthearted 74%
funny 67%
adventurous 32%
relaxing 17%
hopeful 3%
emotional 2%
inspiring 2%
tense 2%
challenging 1%
dark 1%

Pace

medium 52%
fast 37%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 57% | Plot: 24% | Character: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 22%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 71% | Yes: 21% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 55% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.53

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