The Name of the Game Was Murder
The Name of the Game Was Murder
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1993
Book Brief
192
Novel • Fiction
Mansion, California • 1990s
1993
YA
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
In The Name of the Game Was Murder by Joan Lowery Nixon, author Augustus Trevor invites a group of high-profile individuals to his seaside mansion on Santa Catalina Island for a weekend party that includes a scavenger hunt for his unpublished manuscript, which contains their deepest secrets. After Trevor is mysteriously murdered, the protagonist, Samantha Burns, works through cryptic clues and personal revelations to uncover the truth about the murder and the guests' secrets, while a storm traps everyone on the island.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Dark
Unnerving
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
1,336 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Name of the Game Was Murder by Joan Lowery Nixon is widely praised for its engaging plot and suspenseful twists, keeping readers on their toes. Critics appreciate Nixon's skillful character development and atmosphere-setting. However, some feel the ending is abrupt and certain plot points are overly predictable. Overall, it's lauded as a captivating read ideal for young mystery enthusiasts.
Who Should Read The Name of the Game Was Murder?
Readers who enjoy gripping mystery with a mix of suspense and clever twists, akin to Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None, will find Joan Lowery Nixon’s The Name of the Game Was Murder appealing. Ideal for young adults and fans of puzzles and whodunnits.
1,336 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
192
Novel • Fiction
Mansion, California • 1990s
1993
YA
12-18 years
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