Nr. 4 in the Staggerford-series and again the main character is Agatha McGee. This was a surprisingly disappointing read. Agatha houses several people during a flood in the village - and the novel takes place during the few days of the flood.

Lacks the charm of the previous in the series and Agatha does something that is totally out of character - telling a big lie that involves two sisters - and her moral scruples are not that big. It ruined the story for me. Missed old, reliable Agatha :)

(Read some other reviews and was glad to know that other readers had pointed out the "out of character" thing in Agatha's behaviour. Hope to have Agatha back to "normal" in the next in the series.) ( )

Great story! Enjoyed the continued adventures of Miss Agnes! ( )

Engaging chronicle of small town life in Minnesota, written with wit, perception and elegance. I will certainly read more of Hassler's work. ( )