Agatha Raisin
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Agatha Raisin and the Quiche of Death (1992)
Start with Agatha Raisin and the Quiche of Death (1992), which is book 1, and read in publication order.
Start with Agatha Raisin and the Quiche of Death (1992), which is book 1, and read in publication order. Agatha is a retired PR executive who moves to the Cotswolds and keeps getting drawn into murder cases.
The complete reading order for the Agatha Raisin series by M.C. Beaton. Below you'll find the authoritative guide on how to read the books in order, including publication dates and chronological timeline placements.
Where to start
Start with Agatha Raisin and the Quiche of Death (1992), which is book 1, and read in publication order. Agatha is a retired PR executive who moves to the Cotswolds and keeps getting drawn into murder cases.
- •Agatha Raisin and the Wizard of Evesham and Agatha Raisin and the Witch of Wyckhadden were both published in 1999, in that order. Agatha Raisin and the Case of the Curious Curate and Agatha Raisin and the Haunted House were both published in 2003, in that order.
- •M.C. Beaton died in 2019. Hot to Trot (2020) onward are credited to M.C. Beaton with R.W. Green, and Dead Before Teatime (2026) is the latest.
At a Glance
- First Book:Agatha Raisin and the Quiche of Death
- Latest Book:Dead Before Teatime
- Timeline:1992 - 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What order should I read Agatha Raisin in?
Start with Agatha Raisin and the Quiche of Death (1992), which is book 1, and read in publication order. Agatha is a retired PR executive who moves to the Cotswolds and keeps getting drawn into murder cases.
How many books are in Agatha Raisin?
37 main books, published 1992–2026.
Can I read Agatha Raisin out of order?
It's best not to. The books build on each other, so reading out of order spoils earlier twists.