This is the first book I've read in this series, I did have a bit of a hard time keeping up with all the characters and their relationships with each other so I think I would have benefitted from starting from the beginning.

I thought this mystery was pretty good, Agatha finds the body of someone she recently met and who maybe wanted to hire her. The local police chief who seems like a huge turd tries to pin the murder on Agatha (which I gather this isn't the first time he's tried this) so she decides she is going to do his job for him and figures out who the killer really is.

I liked all the characters and thought it was a fast-paced easy read. I liked the way Agatha investigated the case, and I didn't figure out who the killer was until it was revealed. I would definitely like to read more books from this series.. so I guess I'll start from the beginning!

If there is a dead body, count on Agatha being involved in some way. This time she is the accused, by who else, DCI Wilkes. Sir Godfrey has been found quite dead, with an arrow through his heart and his pants down around his ankles. Agatha has just been on the archery range, learning how to shoot a bow and arrow, so it's logical, isn't it, that she would have killed Sir Godfrey? Agatha launches her own investigation to clear her name and find the real killer. Lots of suspects to investigate. Agatha's newest interest, John, resolves to help her solve the case and Sir Charles also appears on the scene.

R.W. Green is doing a good job continuing the series. Agatha appears to be mellowing a bit and at times, feeling her age.

I love this series and Agatha is one of my favorite characters. She is a crusty soul and I enjoyed tagging along with her in this adventure.
Many thanks to St. Martin’s Press and to Netgalley for providing me with a galley in exchange for my honest opinion.

Carsely is having their harvest fete and Agatha takes an interest in the archery demonstration. She even tries her hand at it, unfortunately, a lost puppy from the dog show distracts her and she totally flubs her first try. But we know everything Agatha is done perfectly and successfully so her second attempt is a bullseye shot. While she's trying to discreetly eat a sausage roll, the puppy makes another appearance. The puppy drags Agatha into the tree line where she discovers a dead body with an arrow shot through the heart.

I enjoy the occasional Agatha Raisin novel. I hadn't read any of them in a while when I picked up the last book Devil's Delight (read my review). It was the first one I read since Beaton died and I really enjoyed it so I was looking forward to reading this new book Dead on Target.

Unfortunately, I didn't enjoy this quite as much. It's mostly because Agatha is so obsessed with how she looks and the comments she makes about other people's appearance - it just got old real fast. She even makes the comment about how it makes her sound shallow and self-centered. The other character assured her it didn't but all I could think was it so does. But we also see that she isn't truly shallow - that she cares deeply about people.

I'm not sure how I feel about the mystery. It was interesting but involved a bunch of people I didn't know or care about. I'm also not a fan of bringing all the "suspects" together in one room and revealing the killer.

It is a quick, light read. And for the most part, I enjoyed it. Whether you are an Agatha Raisin fan or just want a fun read, then be sure to put this book on your reading list.

My review will be published at Girl Who Reads on Sunday - https://www.girl-who-reads.com/2023/09/dead-on-target-by-mc-beaton-review.html

3.25 stars

This was a delightful book to read. Funny at times, entertaining, fast to read and full of action.

Agatha Raisin discovers the body of a man with an arrow in his chest and his trousers round his ankles. And of course, the not so bright Detective Chief Inspector Wilkes thinks that Agatha had something to do with it, or as he puts it, she's his prime suspect.

If everything else was not enough, Agatha is even more motivated to solve the crime and clear her name, as she is obviously wrongly accused.

There were a few times when the plot in the book seemed beyond naive. Plus Agatha outsmarting everyone and everything was also a very long stretch for me.

The ending is pretty good although it felt more like a Hercule Poirot setting.

Thank you NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for allowing me to read this fun book!

Carrying on MC Beaton's Status Raisin series RW Green has done a wonderful job of capturing the personalities of the cast of characters. To fully appreciate it I would suggest reading a few of the previous books or listen on audio, (they are great on audio) or even watching the TV adaptations. It was a fun quick read and done nicely in the tone MS Beat on started. The cover gives adequate story line so no book report from me. Read and enjoy. I was provided an advanced reader copy and was under no obligation to provide a review. The opinions expressed are my own. Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book.

"Agatha’s old adversary, Detective Chief Inspector Wilkes, declares the death a tragic accident, believing the victim has been hit by a stray arrow from an archery demonstration. Agatha is convinced of foul play, however, and is shocked when Wilkes eventually agrees...with her as his prime murder suspect."
Agatha is not about to be accused of something she didn't do. She'll just solve it herself. Will she be able to solve this mystery?
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and NetGalley.This in no way affects my opinion of this book.

Agatha discovers a body at the local fete, supposedly sot with an arrow, and she is the chief suspect.

As she starts her investigation, she uncovers a list of potential suspects, from the victim's son and wife to his daughter and her boyfriend, and an ex-employee. AT the same time, friend Roy Silver is being threatened by a thug and Agatha needs to get him out of a difficult situation.
Another well done book, with Agatha on forma and employee Tonis providing plenty of assistance. Old favorites James and Charles are around, and Agatha's new love interest John plays an interesting role.

Agatha is excited to attend the frye where there will be all sorts of entertainment. She is curious about the archers and is asked to participate in shooting arrows with a bow. She is introduced to sir Godfrey and he expressed an interest in hiring her for a job. She later finds him struck with an arrow and he dies. This book was very cunning and cleverly written. There were so many suspects it was hard to guess who did it. It was a very lovely read. This is one of my favorite series.

This is the 34th installment in M.C. Beaton's long-running, much loved series featuring sleuth Agatha Raisin, as continued by R.W. Green.

It's been many, many years since I've last read an Agatha Raisin mystery and I've forgotten how much I loved this series. Time to catch up to see what these wonderful characters, especially the unforgettable, resourceful, clever sleuth Agatha Raisin herself, have been up to.

I was concerned when I heard the series was continuing but I enjoyed this one as much as I enjoyed the earlier ones. Definitely recommended for British cozy mystery fans.

R.W. Green's latest Agatha Raisin adventure, DEAD ON TARGET, continues M.C. Beaton's beloved series with the same aplomb readers have come to expect from the unforgettable sleuth.
When Agatha discovers the dead body of a local landowner, Sir Godfrey Pride, shot through with an arrow with his pants down, during a local fete, Inspector Willis, no friend of Agatha's, declares the death an accident, caused by an arrow from an archery demonstration gone astray. Agatha suspects foul play, however, and, characteristically, vocally disagrees with Willis's assessment. Against his recommendation, she begins her own investigation with the help of her friends.
Eventually she convinces the police that Sir Godfrey was murdered, but, in so doing, she becomes the prime suspect.
With a list of suspects growing by the minute, including family, former employees and one particularly nasty gangster, Agatha pursues her Cottswald investigation perfectly turned out in her very London fashion.
Green keeps Agatha's colorful and indomitable spirit intact, while she dodges the police and the killer. This is a fun addition to the well-loved series.

Green is doing a good job of continuing the series, though there seems to be a little more violence, and Agatha is taking greater risks. This is the 34th in the series, and I wonder if Agatha and Charles will end up together eventually.
There are several mysteries running through this book and 1 murder to be solved.
Agatha's adversary, Inspector Wilkes is becoming even more misogynistic, and he finally goes too far. Agatha, however, perseveres and solves the mystery. As long as the series continues, I will keep reading as the characters seem like old friends, and I would really love to visit the Cotswalds.

🔎🎯Depend on Agatha for a good, cozy read😊

I had a great time back with one of my favorite book detectives in Dead on Target. Agatha is so steadfastly vain, reckless with her own safety, fondly sought out by her numerous beaux (past and present), and relentless in her pursuit of anyone threatening those she loves. Agatha Raisin mysteries are dependable, entertaining whodunits that have never let me down.

I know Private Investigator Agatha Raisin's personality quirks so well after reading just about every book in the series. That's one of the traits that makes the series so cozy and satisfying for me. Agatha and her circle of friends and employees are like dear old acquaintances returned for a new armchair adventure.

The plot builds a list of numerous suspects for the murder of a local landowner and includes danger for not just Agatha but also two of her good friends. And the police chief is still a bitter rival, forcing Agatha to spend much of her time fending off his attempts to pin blame on her.

This is a formula for cozy mystery that I am drawn to because it features plenty of whimsy and humor, with just a light touch of romance, to go along with the twists of the investigation.

A fun, fast and easy read that I can definitely recommend. I am so glad that the series has continued even though its initial creator has passed.

Thanks to St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for sharing a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest opinion.

I am glad to see this series continue.
Entertaining characters are the best part.
I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.

R.W. Green has carried this series forward in a way that I think Ms. Beaton would have approved. He presents Agatha in a way that feels very close to how readers got to know her in the original series. This title is the thirty something in the long running books to feature Ms. Raisin.

This time Agatha can be as annoying as ever as she challenges what her nemesis police foil believes to be an accidental death. What led to a death at the village fete? Find out in this crafty and fun read.

Many thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press/Minotaur Books for this title. All opinions are my own.

Dead on Target is book 34 in An Agatha Raisin Mystery by M. C. Beaton; R.W. Green was a very easy and fun read that you can get swept up in and just enjoy. Agatha is a relatable character and I really enjoyed following her story.

"I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own."

Thank You NetGalley and Minotaur Books for your generosity and gifting me a copy of this amazing eARC!

This was my first book in this series, and though I didn’t feel as if I couldn’t keep up with who was who and relationships, I do think it would be beneficial to start at the beginning.

It took me time to warm up to the protagonist, Agatha Raisin. Initially, her character came off a bit conceited. Further into the book, I started to appreciate her confidence, resourcefulness, and humor. There were plenty of characters to keep track of in the book, but relatively easy to follow.

The plot was amusing and entertaining as Agatha tried to solve the murder that included a battle of wills with Detective Chief Inspector Wilkes. You could tell the author was very familiar and comfortable with her characters.

Her writing style was candid and took time to adapt too, but eventually I warmed up to it. I’m intrigued enough to want to start at the beginning of the series and learn all about Mrs. Raisin.

My review is voluntary and all comments and opinions are my own.

Your Agatha Raisin fans -- and readers of small town, British cozies in general -- are going to be very happy to see that this series is still moving along, and very well. Agatha might not be as cranky as she used to be, but she's still an intriguing character that readers enjoy revisiting. I look forward to recommending this title.

I’m so glad to see this continuation of the Agatha Raisin series, as I’ve been a fan for years! R.W. Green has delivered Agatha flawlessly. When Agatha finds a body at a local festival and is accused of the murder, she jumps right into the investigation. The victim was not a beloved man, so there are plenty of suspects. I enjoyed this book and am looking forward to the next in the series. I received a complimentary copy of this book and chose to write a voluntary, unbiased review.

This book was ok. It is part of a series and really needs the support of the previous books. I did feel like I was missing chunks of the story without the previous books.