• The Skeleton in the Closet

  • By: M. C. Beaton
  • Narrated by: Clive Anderson
  • Length: 5 hrs and 45 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (2,387 ratings)

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The Skeleton in the Closet

By: M. C. Beaton
Narrated by: Clive Anderson
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Ever since the death of his father, poor Fellworth Dolphin has slaved away as a waiter to support his miserly, cold-hearted mother. When his mother suddenly dies, Fellworth is shocked to discover that she has left him a sizable inheritance. Confused, Fell teams up with Maggie, a plain girl with a similar background, to investigate the source of the riches. But what they find is a closet full of skeletons....

Is it really possible Fell’s father was involved in a long-ago train robbery? Who’s the mysterious woman in the portrait hidden in his mother’s wardrobe?

As Maggie and Fell poke around the village for answers, they find themselves on a surprise-filled path to danger and adventure, and - just possibly - love. But Fell’s sudden good fortune could come to an abrupt end if he doesn’t stay one step ahead of a cunning killer....

©2001 M. C. Beaton. Excerpt from Agatha Raisin and the Love from Hell copyright © 2002 M. C. Beaton (P)2013 AudioGO

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A pleasant romp

This is a cozy story and an easy listen. Nothing too stressful, nothing devastating, a little fun, a little intrigue, a little romance, a little suspense. Just the antidote for a stressful, often mean-spirited world. I liked it.

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Fun read

The story captured my interest right away and I stayed with it to the end. I really did enjoy the two main characters - they had both had difficult lives and yet were gentle caring people. I thought the writer captured Phil's inexperience with women and life well.
Yes the love story was very predictable but the murderous situations they found themselves in was most unexpected. Right to the end.
I really did enjoy.

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Definitely delightful...

This was my first MC Beaton book and it was a delightful introduction. Fingers crossed that others live up to it. Characters were fun, setting was cozy, narrator was polished and did not intrude on the story.

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Beat on is very good

I just found Beat on and am enjoying discovering all of the books. On to something else.

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good read

I love all of Hamish stories and characters are all great but I didn't like the narrator on this one but story was good

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Sweet & Fun! Not to be missed...

I'm a new fan of MC Beaton and this story is one of the reasons why. Fell in love with the characters right away. It was fun to follow them on their adventures. Give it a try. I know you will love it too.

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fun listen

great little story, talented narrator.
I enjoyed the characters and the fun twists.
highly recommend.

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Easy listening

I greatly enjoyed this charming tale! The main characters were relatable and I love the surprise ending! The only reason I gave the story 4 stars instead of 5 is because I would have liked the ending to be developed a bit more.

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Great story

In a great story the guy gets the girl and the money, a lot of writers forget that. Really enjoyed the book.

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“The Meek” Do Just Fine, Thank You

When I started listening to this book, I had no clue that two “normal nobodies” would find themselves and their inner strength.
This is a fun read.
I simply enjoyed it!

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