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A Taste for Death

P.D. James
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A Taste for Death

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

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P.D. James

A Taste for Death

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

459

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

British Literature
Setting

London, England • 1980s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In A Taste for Death by P.D. James, individuals discover two bodies in a London church, prompting an investigation. Detective Adam Dalgliesh leads the inquiry, unraveling complex human relationships and motivations. The mystery examines themes of power, morality, and the intricacies of human nature as Dalgliesh seeks to solve the case.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Gritty

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.2

19,501 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

A Taste for Death by P.D. James is praised for its intricate plot and deep character development, showcasing her skill in creating suspenseful and thought-provoking narratives. The prose is elegant, though some readers may find the pacing slow. Its exploration of morality adds layers to the mystery, appealing to those who enjoy cerebral crime novels.

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Who Should Read A Taste for Death?

A reader who enjoys A Taste for Death by P.D. James is likely a fan of intricate, character-driven mysteries with a psychological edge. Similar to Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express or Elizabeth George's A Great Deliverance, this reader appreciates classic detective stories with depth and complexity.

4.2

19,501 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

459

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

British Literature
Setting

London, England • 1980s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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