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A Murder is Announced

By Agatha Christie
Series: Marple
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A Murder is Announced by Agatha Christie is a captivating crime thriller set in a small English village. The story begins when a local newspaper advertises a murder scheduled to occur, intriguing the residents. Intrigue turns to reality when a murder actually takes place, setting the stage for Miss Marple to unravel the mystery amidst a web of secrets and lies.
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You might enjoy this classic Agatha Christie novel if you love a gripping whodunit set in a quaint English village. With its intricate plotting and unexpected twists, it's perfect for fans of intricate mysteries and those who appreciate Miss Marple's sharp detective skills. The narrative cleverly challenges assumptions, making it a thrilling read for anyone who enjoys piecing together puzzles.

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A Murder is Announced

An ordinary village A shocking announcement

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An ordinary village

A shocking announcement

One morning, the villagers of Chipping Cleghorn wake to find a strange notice in their papers:

A murder is announced and will take place on Friday, October 29th, at Little Paddocks at 6.30pm.

Suspecting this is just a joke, they gather for some evening entertainment.

Then a gunshot is heard.

In desperation, the police turn to an old lady whose hobbies are gardening, gossiping – and solving murders.

After all, old ladies know better than anyone exactly what goes on in quiet English villages…

Never underestimate Miss Marple.

The queen of jaw-dropping, heart-stopping twists.
Karen M. McManus

Establishes firmly her claim to the throne of detection. The plot is as ingenious as ever... the dialogue both wise and witty; while the suspense is maintained very skilfully until the final revelation.
A.A. Milne

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A Murder is Announced by Agatha Christie is praised for its intricate plotting and timeless appeal. Acclaimed as the greatest mystery writer of all time, Christie offers insights into human nature that have rarely been surpassed. Her influence on crime fiction is profound, with countless writers acknowledging their debt to her work. The novel is likened to a perfectly satisfying experience, much like enjoying a perfectly crisp apple.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008611941

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 16 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 190.0mm

Weight: 330g

Pages: 320

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Agatha Christie Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Series: Marple

About the Author

Agatha Christie was born in Torquay in 1890 and became, quite simply, the best-selling novelist in history. Her first novel, The Mysterious Affair at Styles, written towards the end of the First World War, introduced us to Hercule Poirot, who was to become the most popular detective in crime fiction since Sherlock Holmes. She is known throughout the world as the Queen of Crime. Her books have sold over a billion copies in the English language and another billion in over 100 foreign countries. She is the author of 80 crime novels and short story collections, 19 plays, and six novels under the name of Mary Westmacott.

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