Miss Pym Disposes
Miss Pym Disposes
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Horror & Suspense•
Mystery & Crime FictionLeys Physical Training College, England • 1940s
1998
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Josephine Tey's novel Miss Pym Disposes, a psychologist named Miss Lucy Pym visits Leys Physical Training College to give a lecture. Amidst the college's vibrant life, she becomes embroiled in a mystery that challenges her psychological insight and moral judgment when an incident threatens to disrupt the close-knit community.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Contemplative
Dark
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
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Miss Pym Disposes by Josephine Tey is praised for its intriguing blend of psychological insight and mystery. Readers appreciate the novel's character depth and engaging plot. Some critique its pacing, finding it slow in parts. Overall, Tey's skillful narrative and strong character development resonate well, though it may not satisfy fans seeking fast-paced thrillers.
Who Should Read Miss Pym Disposes?
A reader who enjoys Miss Pym Disposes by Josephine Tey is likely a fan of classic mysteries with psychological depth, similar to those by Agatha Christie. They appreciate character-driven plots and campus settings. This novel will appeal to those who enjoy The Secret History by Donna Tartt for its intellectual intrigue.
10,552 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
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Horror & Suspense•
Mystery & Crime FictionLeys Physical Training College, England • 1940s
1998
Adult
18+ years
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