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Busman's Honeymoon (Lord Peter Wimsey, #13)

Dorothy L. Sayers
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Busman's Honeymoon (Lord Peter Wimsey, #13)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Dorothy L. Sayers

Busman's Honeymoon (Lord Peter Wimsey, #13)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

409

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1930s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Busman's Honeymoon by Dorothy L. Sayers features newlyweds Lord Peter Wimsey and Harriet Vane as they navigate their honeymoon turned investigative endeavor. Set in a small English village, the story combines mystery and romance as the couple encounters an unexpected death, prompting an investigation into various characters and motives.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

24,981 ratings

83%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dorothy L. Sayers' Busman's Honeymoon seamlessly blends detective fiction with romance, showcasing Lord Peter Wimsey and Harriet Vane's evolving relationship. Reviewers praise its witty dialogue, intricate plot, and deep character development. Some find the pace slow due to the focus on romance and domesticity, but fans of Sayers appreciate the novel's charm and clever mystery.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Busman's Honeymoon (Lord Peter Wimsey, #13)?

Fans of Busman's Honeymoon by Dorothy L. Sayers likely enjoy classic British mysteries involving witty dialogue and strong character dynamics. They appreciate a blend of romance and detective work, similar to readers of Agatha Christie's Poirot series or Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes stories.

4.4

24,981 ratings

83%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

409

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1930s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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