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Agatha Christie
1 Books
Agatha Christie was a legendary English crime novelist, short story writer, and playwright, widely considered one of the most important and innovative writers in the genre. Known as the 'Queen of Crime,' she created iconic detectives Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, the latter of whom is celebrated in the new anthology 'Marple: Twelve New Stories' by various authors. Her ingenious plots and intricate mysteries have sold billions of copies worldwide.
Miss Jane Marple is an elderly lady from a quiet English village who possesses a brilliant and uncanny knack for solving the most perplexing puzzles. Now, she is packing her bags for a globe trotting tour of crime, deception, and detection. Follow this deceptively demure detective as she travels far beyond her sleepy town, encountering dark mysteries at every turn. Her adventures lead her to a dangerous improvisation on a New York City Broadway stage, a cruise ship bound for Hong Kong plagued by terrible omens, and an Italian holiday shattered by a nefarious plot. From poisoned Christmas dinners to blackmail and revenge, no secret is safe from her sharp wit. Twelve acclaimed authors bring their own unique twists to these brand new mysteries, honoring a legendary character. Step into a world of hidden motives and clever clues, where the most unassuming observer is always the smartest person in the room.
13-18 Years
384 Pages
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