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Messenger of Truth (Maisie Dobbs, #4)

Jacqueline Winspear
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Messenger of Truth (Maisie Dobbs, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Jacqueline Winspear

Messenger of Truth (Maisie Dobbs, #4)

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

322

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1930s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Messenger of Truth by Jacqueline Winspear follows investigator Maisie Dobbs as she delves into the mysterious death of an artist. Set in 1931 London, the story explores Maisie’s journey to uncover the truth behind the artist’s fall from a scaffold, intertwining themes of art, family, and tragedy.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

37,370 ratings

79%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jacqueline Winspear's Messenger of Truth features Maisie Dobbs in a nuanced, post-WWI mystery. The novel is praised for rich historical detail and strong character development. Critics note, however, a sometimes slow pace and predictability in the plot. Overall, it's an engaging read for fans of historical fiction and detective stories.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Messenger of Truth (Maisie Dobbs, #4)?

Readers who enjoy Messenger of Truth by Jacqueline Winspear often appreciate historical mysteries set in the early 20th century. If you like the blend of detective work and historical detail in books like Agatha Christie's The Murder of Roger Ackroyd or Charles Todd's A Duty to the Dead, this book may appeal to you.

4.3

37,370 ratings

79%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

322

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1930s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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