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A review by silver_valkyrie_reads
The Murder at the Vicarage by Agatha Christie
funny
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Book thirteen of my personal read through of Agatha Christie in publication order!
Okay, y'all, I don't have the greatest memory, and it has been years since I read some of these, but I'm still impressed how many times I've REread an Agatha Christie books and been taken in by the same red herrings all over again, leading to me being surprised by the reveal ALL OVER AGAIN!
This would actually be a four star book if I weren't so impressed by that. Miss Marple is here, but not quite at the height of her Miss Marpleness yet, as though the audience can only handle awesomeness if introduced in careful stages. So, solidly pleasant read overall, but the brilliance is reserved for the plot resolution in this one.
Okay, y'all, I don't have the greatest memory, and it has been years since I read some of these, but I'm still impressed how many times I've REread an Agatha Christie books and been taken in by the same red herrings all over again, leading to me being surprised by the reveal ALL OVER AGAIN!
This would actually be a four star book if I weren't so impressed by that. Miss Marple is here, but not quite at the height of her Miss Marpleness yet, as though the audience can only handle awesomeness if introduced in careful stages. So, solidly pleasant read overall, but the brilliance is reserved for the plot resolution in this one.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder
Minor: Infidelity, Pregnancy, and Terminal illness