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The Nine Tailors
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Book Brief
416
Novel • Fiction
New England, England • 1930s
1934
Adult
16-18 years
Super Short Summary
In Dorothy L. Sayers's The Nine Tailors, Lord Peter Wimsey and his valet Bunter are stranded in East Anglia due to a snowstorm and take refuge with Rector Venables. Venables recruits Wimsey to assist with a bell-ringing event, after which a corpse is discovered in a freshly opened grave. Wimsey, along with Superintendent Blundell, investigates, uncovering connections to an old theft and an escaped convict. Sensitive topics include the portrayal of a deathbed scene.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Contemplative
Dark
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Dorothy L. Sayers' The Nine Tailors is praised for its intricate plot and rich atmosphere, immersing readers in the English village life and bell-ringing culture. Sayers' character development, particularly of Lord Peter Wimsey, receives acclaim. However, some critics find the detailed descriptions and slow pacing challenging. Overall, it's a compelling and thoughtful mystery.
Who Should Read The Nine Tailors?
Readers who enjoy intricate mysteries and classic detective fiction, akin to Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express, will appreciate Dorothy L. Sayers’ The Nine Tailors. Fans of traditional British settings, rich character development, and atmospheric storytelling will find this novel compelling.
24,422 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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416
Novel • Fiction
New England, England • 1930s
1934
Adult
16-18 years
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