M. C. Beaton
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M. C. Beaton was the pen name of Marion Chesney (1936-2019), a Scottish author born in Glasgow. She wrote historical romances under several pseudonyms before finding lasting success with two cozy-mystery series: Hamish Macbeth, set in the Scottish Highlands, and Agatha Raisin, set in the Cotswolds. Both series have continued after her death with new instalments. She also wrote the Regency series The Six Sisters, The Travelling Matchmaker and A House for the Season.
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M. C. Beaton was the pen name of Marion Chesney (1936-2019), a Scottish author born in Glasgow. She wrote historical romances under several pseudonyms before finding lasting success with two cozy-mystery series: Hamish Macbeth, set in the Scottish Highlands, and Agatha Raisin, set in the Cotswolds. Both series have continued after her death with new instalments. She also wrote the Regency series The Six Sisters, The Travelling Matchmaker and A House for the Season.
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2 releases- M. C. BeatonDead Before Tea Time (An Agatha Raisin Mystery, 37)Thorndike Press Large PrintDead Before Tea Time (An Agatha Raisin Mystery, 37)Hardcover · Thorndike Press Large PrintUpcomingNovember 25, 2026