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The Nine Tailors by Dorothy L. Sayers
5.0
As I've completed Agatha Christie's work, and am having difficulty tracking down Ngaio Marsh books, I took my first look at Dorothy L. Sayers. I enjoyed this book, for many of the same reasons I loved Christie so much. Great characters, clever whodunit, and a fascinating glimpse into early 20th century British country life.
The Nine Tailors are literally the bells of Fenchurch St. Paul, the setting of the book. The beginning of the book was a bit tedious with explanation of change-ringing in the Anglican church. Once Sayers moved past that, the story began to unfold and was engaging from that point on.
I found the dialog to be witty and especially enjoyed the character of Lord Peter Wimsey. I am excited to read more of Sayer's work.
SECOND READ 2012:
Loved it even more the second time. Knowing how it ends allowed me to see the brilliant hints Sayers drops throughout, making her work even more laudable.
The Nine Tailors are literally the bells of Fenchurch St. Paul, the setting of the book. The beginning of the book was a bit tedious with explanation of change-ringing in the Anglican church. Once Sayers moved past that, the story began to unfold and was engaging from that point on.
I found the dialog to be witty and especially enjoyed the character of Lord Peter Wimsey. I am excited to read more of Sayer's work.
SECOND READ 2012:
Loved it even more the second time. Knowing how it ends allowed me to see the brilliant hints Sayers drops throughout, making her work even more laudable.