Books in Order: Your Comprehensive Guide to Marion Chesney's Novels

Title: “Books in Order: The Literary Legacy of Marion Chesney (M.C. Beaton)”

Marion Chesney: The Author Behind the Pen

On June 10th, 1936, in Glasgow, Scotland, an influential author named Marion Chesney was born. Chesney’s captivating novels have amazed the literary world for several generations. Her journey as an author spanned more than eighty years until December 30th, 2019, when she passed away at 83.

Many might recognize Marion better under her famed pen name—M.C. Beaton. Under this pseudonym, she penned two highly popular series, the Hamish Macbeth series and the Agatha Raisin series, both of which successfully adapted to television. Marion also wrote under various other pseudonyms like Ann Fairfax and Jennie Tremaine. Despite these various monikers, it was the M.C. Beaton pseudonym that gained the most recognition, its popularity prompting Marion to republish most of her novels—including those published under her real name—under the M.C. Beaton brand.

A Look into Chesney’s Unique Writing Style

Known for her knack for creating captivating narratives and unforgettable characters, Chesney’s delightful blend of wit, intrigue, and suspense keeps readers engrossed from the first page to the last. Her unique writing style has created a distinctive niche within the mystery genre, appealing to a broad base of readers.

Books in Order: Marion Chesney’s Works

Note: We have listed the books and series according to their original author where possible. Marion had different arrangements of her series for the UK and US audiences. We have listed the books in order as per their original order tailored for the UK audience.

Publication Order of Agatha Raisin Books