Agatha lets sleeping veterinarians lie. Retired PR executive Agatha Raisin enjoys life in her charming Cotswold village of Carsely. It even seems likely that the attractive new veterinarian, Paul Bladen, has his eye on her. However, before a romance can develop, Paul is killed in an accident involving Lord Pendlebury's horse. The circumstances are quite suspicious. Agatha decides to act as an amateur detective once again. And there’s a silver lining to this cloud – she manages to convince her usually reserved neighbor, James Lacey, to become her partner in this investigation. As always, Agatha is ready to dive in headfirst, ignoring the looming danger to both James and herself. Praise for the Agatha Raisin series: "Agatha is like Miss Marple with a drinking problem, a pack of cigarettes a day, and a big longing for men. I think she lives my dream life." — Entertainment Weekly "Cleverly placed distractions and some wicked unfinished business.".