A clever and delightfully sharp British cozy mystery where small-town charm meets big-time mischief — starring the one and only Agatha Raisin.
 
When the handsome new curate, Tristan Delon, arrives in Carsely, the entire village is buzzing — and Agatha Raisin is no exception. But her curiosity quickly turns to shock when the charming cleric is found murdered, and the village’s gossip mill goes into overdrive. With her usual mix of nosiness, wit, and flair for chaos, Agatha sets out to solve the case, proving once again that even the most peaceful Cotswold village hides a few deadly secrets.
 
In Agatha Raisin and the Case of the Curious Curate, M.C. Beaton delivers another wickedly funny and irresistibly entertaining mystery featuring her beloved amateur sleuth. Agatha’s life in the Cotswolds is never quiet for long, and when romance, rivalry, and religion collide, she finds herself in the middle of yet another scandal.
 
As Agatha investigates the curate’s murder, she faces meddlesome neighbors, bumbling police officers, and her own complicated feelings about love and loneliness. Filled with Beaton’s signature humor and British charm, this installment is a cozy delight — smart, sassy, and as unpredictable as Agatha herself.
 
💖 Why You’ll Love It
A quintessential British cozy mystery with humor and heart.
Features the iconic Agatha Raisin — bold, funny, and wonderfully flawed.
Witty dialogue, quirky characters, and small-village intrigue.
Blends mystery, mischief, and just the right amount of romance.
Perfect for fans of character-driven, lighthearted mysteries.
 
🌟 Perfect For
Fans of Alexander McCall Smith and Richard Osman.
Readers who love small-town British humor and charming sleuths.
Cozy collectors and longtime Agatha Raisin fans.
Anyone who enjoys clever, cozy escapism with wit and warmth.
 
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If you enjoyed The Case of the Curious Curate, you might also like:
Hot to Trot by M.C. Beaton — Agatha’s later adventures full of humor and heart.
The Quiche of Death by M.C. Beaton — the first book that started it all.
The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman — another witty British mystery classic.