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At Bertram's Hotel by Agatha Christie

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mariahmmm's review against another edition

adventurous challenging emotional mysterious slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Miss Marple takes a walk down memory lane at Bertram's Hotel, and is pleasantly surprised that the idyllic, old English atmosphere has been frozen in time. But Police Chief Insepctor "Father" Davy suspects there's danger hiding behind this impeccable facade, and Miss Marple is perfectly placed to lend a hand.

A common theme, with Miss Marple taking a backseat and most of the story and detective work centred on another figure. There were so many elements to this story that it was hard to keep track, although overall it was an immersive and intriguing story.

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3.0

Digital audiobook performed by Stephanie Cole.
3***

Miss Marple takes a holiday in London at the well-known Bertram’s Hotel. She always stays at this property; she enjoys the traditional décor, the attentive staff, the high tea, and people watching as the many guests flow in and out of the property. But unknown connections between various guests become apparent after an elderly, and rather forgetful, cleric goes to the airport on the wrong day.

Christie excels at creating complicated plots with many suspects and red herrings to keep the reader guessing. She has plenty of surprises in store with this one as well. I had, unfortunately for me, seen the PBS Masterpiece mystery series episode, so knew where it was heading, but I still found it fascinating to watch how Christie wove the elements together.

Stephanie Cole did a fine job of narrating the audiobook. She sets a good pace and has the skill as a voice artist to differentiate the many characters. I do like the way she interprets Miss Marple.