The Body in the Library (Miss Marple, #2)
The Body in the Library (Miss Marple, #2)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
England • 1940s
2006
Adult
14+ years
Super Short Summary
In Agatha Christie's novel The Body in the Library, Miss Marple assists in solving the mystery when a young woman's body is discovered in the library of Colonel and Mrs. Bantry's home. The investigation delves into multiple suspects and motives, uncovering a complex web of deceit and intrigue.
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Review Roundup
Agatha Christie's The Body in the Library is generally praised for its engaging plot and the clever sleuthing of Miss Marple. Reviewers appreciate the intricate mystery and the well-drawn characters. However, some critics feel the pacing is somewhat slow, and a few find the ending predictable. Overall, it's considered a classic Christie that showcases her trademark ingenuity.
Who Should Read The Body in the Library (Miss Marple, #2)?
Fans of classic whodunits and lovers of intricately woven mysteries will delight in Agatha Christie's The Body in the Library. Similar to readers of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes series or Dorothy L. Sayers' Lord Peter Wimsey novels, these readers appreciate clever plots, red herrings, and astute detectives.
118,887 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
England • 1940s
2006
Adult
14+ years
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