Enjoyed this read and think the new author is doing well with the characters. The nudist colony was a fun twist. I do wish Agatha’s next case would be solving James’ murder. Tired of him and his abusive behavior and Agatha is at her worst around him. Besides Charles is a better character anyway.

I did not get to this book prior to it being archived. I will not review because of that. It sounds super entertaining.

1.5 rounded to 2

I almost DNF this book - the story was a bit outlandish for me, especially considering "prior Agatha" as a character. I thought it was too jumbled with too many characters and chaos - it just didn't seem to have a cohesive flow to it.

Beaton’s trademark humor, charming characters, and intricate storytelling shine through, making this a thoroughly enjoyable read. I was a cozy mysteries that kept me guessing until the very end.

I have to hand it to R.W. Green, he contnues to write M.C. Beaton's characters and stories as if she were still penning them. This is a fun addition to a fun series.

Devil’s Delight by M. C. Beaton

Our beloved, bestseller, M. C. Benton’s cranky, crafty, - Agatha Raisin - the star of her own T. V. Series - is back on the case again.

Great book. I really enjoyed it. It’s was funny to picture Agatha Raisin as a sex symbol to a few gentlemen at her age. Fun characters. Great plot.

Thanks to Net Galley for sending me an advanced reader’s copy for my review.

i wonder if this book suffered from my not having read any of the previous books? or maybe the series shoudl nto have been continued after the original author passed away?

whatever the case, the protagonist came across as insufferably smug and the mystery set-up, slightly insane.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for my copy of Devil's Delight by M. C. Beaton and R. W. Green in exchange for an honest review. It published December 13, 2022.
Here's another in this wacky series written after Beaton's death. It follows all of the formulas and makes for a fun, light read. I did not see the ending coming, and was pretty surprised by the mystery. I definitely foresee buying this series for my mom!

I enjoyed this new Agatha Raisin. Granted, her character has changed a bit with the new author, but I can chalk it up to her mellowing and being more comfortable in her own skin. And I don't think that just because this story involves a group of Naturists. I really liked the approach the book took with that.

Agatha and her team have a few cases to solve, including a disappearing dead body, theft at a brewery, and drug dealing at a girls school. Agatha's crazy love life is always front and center, but she handles things better. Although note: I am and have always been team "anyone but James".

This is the perfect read for those who enjoy cozy mysteries set in quaint English villages. The writing style is engaging and easy to follow with vivid descriptions of the surrounding countryside and the characters. I enjoyed going on this adventure with Agatha and Toni.
Many thanks to St. Martin’s Press and to NetGalley for providing me with a galley in exchange for my honest opinion.

I've never heard of or read any Agatha Raisin books until this one (#33!). It was an interesting introduction to a strong character. She's not the classic beloved grandmother or young intrepid type. There are almost no background details because the author(s) must figure that after 32 earlier books, the reader should either know everything already or it doesn't really matter. I didn't know if Agatha was 45 or 75 (and still am not sure). I found her to be opinionated, vain, occasionally unkind, and somewhat grumpy. I enjoyed the plot, though I found it rather guessable. I enjoyed it but probably won't read another one. I suspect if readers have read the first 32, they'll keep on reading.

My thanks to the publisher for providing an ARC via netgalley in exchange for my honest opinion.

I was surprised to see another installment in the Agatha Raisin series, as I know the author has passed away. They have always been a light and fun read that I pick up when I need something relaxing. This particular Agatha adventure happens at a nudist colony, which was amusing and interesting. I feel like R.W. Green emulated the style of Beaton and continued the legacy of the series. I'm glad to see it continue!

Book 33 of the light Agatha Raisin cozy mysteries, Devil’s Delight, is set at a nudist club, where Agatha, who is on her way to a wedding comes across a naked man who is running along the road. The nude man, Edward, has discovered a body at the club. When Agatha and her friend and co-worker, Toni, stop to help the man, they find that the body has disappeared. Of course when the police come, they don’t believe them and don’t investigate. After the wedding Agatha becomes involved in the investigation, puts herself and her co-workers in danger. There are also some sub-plots that make this book lots of fun.

This novel is not only fun, but the story is well-written and flows to keep readers on the edge. Although humorous, there is some building suspense, and the characters find themselves in trouble. Agatha, the protagonist, is well developed – always searching for love, and sometimes finding great companions; her way of thinking is very unique and she is likeable. The supporting characters are also well-developed, and some are absolutely hateful – Beaton and Green do an excellent job with the good and bad supporting characters, but, although readers will have some good guesses as to who is committing the murders (there are several as the story goes on), they won’t be sure until the very end.

All told, this is a great series, and those who aren’t familiar with this series will want to read the delightful previous novels.


Special thanks to NetGalley for supplying a review copy of this book.

*received for free from netgalley for honest review* I love this series soooo much! Even though it technically has a new author i think they do a great job with Agatha and the rest of the characters/story! I've read every book in this series and i love them!

This is my first Agatha Raison book. I was a little familiar with the tv show and not really a fan of it. So with an open mind Devils Delight is a cozy mystery where Detective Raison runs into a nudist who found a body then lost a body in the woods. Her and her team of ragtag friends decide to help this man. They find themselves in a nudist colony, fighting with the ice cream man and throw in a little witchcraft which makes a thrilling mystery. I liked the book thought the writing was colorful and the characters interesting. Not sure I am a big fan of Agatha but am interested in reading another in the series.

There many things Detective Agatha Raisin and her assistant expected to see on their way to the wedding. A naked young man running down the middle of the road towards them certainly wasn't one of them.

With a missing body, a occult naturalist group that tends to meet "in the buff," a series of thefts, drug deals in the local high school, and a tricky love life, Agatha has quite a few things going on in this installation.

Devil's Delight is the 33rd title in the Agatha Raisin series; however, it was my introduction to the series so this review is from someone not previously familiar with the character or the direction creator MC Beaton planned to take the character in before her passing. I did enjoy Devil's Delight and certainly am interested in reading more of the series. My only issue was that Agatha seemed very focused on her appearance throughout but I'm not sure if that's a normal trait for the character or not. Despite that, I think that cozy mystery lovers who enjoy free-spirited female leads, charming villages and a quirky cast of characters will enjoy getting to know Agatha Raisin.

I've always loved Agatha Raisin books and am glad that her friend is carrying on the tradition. With a few more tweaks it will almost be the same. It does lack a little something that I can't quite put my finger on but nontheless, still an enjoyable fun read of more escapades of the Raisin detective agency. I was provided an advanced reader copy of this book and was under no obligation to provide a review. The opinions expressed are my own. Many thanks for allowing me to read the book to netball the author and publisher.

Devil's Delight by M.C. Beaton and R.W. Green is book 33 in the Agatha Raisin Mysteries series. This series has outlasted its author, and it is now written by another author. This book is very much in the spirit of the earlier books. The plot is not quite as good. But I kept reading because I absolutely adore the unique quirkiness of Agatha Raisin. There’s just no other character like her and she’s just a breath of fresh air. If you like an entertaining mystery, this might be just the book for you. I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher with no obligations. These opinions are entirely my own.

I've been reading Agatha Raisin books for about 20 years--they're a dependable, yearly joy. While there have been good and meh books, the past several years have seen an uplevel in writing and storytelling. Agatha is a high-maintenance everywoman who bulldozed through a traumatic upbringing, became a financial success as a PR woman, and settled into the Cotswolds where she imagined she could soften and relax. Instead she finds murder, betrayals, and bad romance--and a new career leading a detective agency. Her books are cozy mysteries peppered with insights on class and privilege, the fragility of humans, and our need for connection (her strong friendships and devotion to her cats). They're also laugh out loud funny. In a time of massive upheaval, M. C. Beaton's books are a diversion but also something more--an astute look at Western society. Her latest, written by collaborator R. W. Green, does not disappoint. In fact, I think he captures the spirit of the early mysteries (which are the ones I liked best).

Thank you Netgalley and the publishers for this ARC for an exchange for an honest review.

Definitely an interesting book.