The Dead of Jericho
The Dead of Jericho
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1996
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
British LiteratureOxford, England • 1980s
1996
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Colin Dexter's The Dead of Jericho, readers are introduced to Detective Chief Inspector Morse as he investigates the mysterious death of Anne Scott. Morse navigates personal connections and clues within Oxford's Jericho district to uncover the truth. This installment of the Inspector Morse series intertwines complex characters and intriguing detective work.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Unnerving
Dark
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Dead of Jericho by Colin Dexter masterfully blends intricate plotting with rich character development, a signature of Dexter's Inspector Morse series. Positive feedback highlights the engrossing mystery and intellectual depth. However, some readers find the pacing slow. Overall, it is a compelling read for fans of cerebral and engaging detective fiction.
Who Should Read The Dead of Jericho?
A reader who enjoys The Dead of Jericho would likely appreciate intricate mysteries with intellectual protagonists, similar to fans of Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express or P.D. James’s Cover Her Face. Such readers savor clever plots, rich character development, and a cerebral detective approach.
7,311 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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304
Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
British LiteratureOxford, England • 1980s
1996
Adult
18+ years
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