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Agatha Christie
ISBN 9780007590629
Rs. 640
HarperCollins
By the Pricking of My Thumbs
Who it's for: Agatha Christie fans and readers of character-driven mysteries
When Tommy and Tuppence Beresford visit an elderly relative in a nursing home, they stumble upon hints of a dark conspiracy, including potential murders. This leads the charming detective duo on a dangerous investigation, forcing them to uncover long-buried secrets. The novel offers a blend of suspense, adventure, and psychological mystery, making it a distinctive entry in Agatha Christie's bibliography.Why You Should Read? Features the often-overlooked yet captivating detective duo, Tommy and Tuppence Beresford, offering a fresh Christie experience. Presents an eerie, almost gothic atmosphere and a plot involving espionage and psychological suspense, diverging from classic whodunit tropes. Explores themes of hidden pasts and dangerous secrets, appealing to readers who enjoy intricate plots and character-driven mysteries. A must-read for Agatha Christie enthusiasts looking to delve into her more experimental and suspenseful works.
Highlights
- Features detective duo Tommy and Tuppence Beresford
- Blend of suspense, adventure, and psychological mystery
- Eerie, almost gothic atmosphere
- Plot involves espionage and psychological suspense
- Diverges from classic whodunit tropes
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Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Tommy and Tuppence Beresford, a detective duo.
What is the book about?
It's about Tommy and Tuppence visiting an elderly relative in a nursing home and stumbling upon hints of a dark conspiracy, including potential murders, leading to a dangerous investigation.
What genre is this book?
It is a fiction novel that blends suspense, adventure, and psychological mystery.
How does this book differ from other Christie novels?
It has an eerie, almost gothic atmosphere and involves espionage and psychological suspense, diverging from classic whodunit tropes.




