The Murder at the Vicarage
Interesting Facts
- This is the first work featuring Miss Marple, one of Agatha Christie's most famous heroines.
- The events of the book take place in the fictional village of St. Mary Mead, which later becomes the setting for many other Christie novels.
- Miss Marple is described in this book as an elderly lady with a sharp mind and keen observation, making her the ideal amateur detective.
- The book uses a classic Christie technique — a multitude of suspects, each with a motive for committing the crime.
- The novel is written from the perspective of Vicar Leonard Clement, giving the narrative a unique perspective and style.
Date of publication: 18 August 2024
Updated: 14 November 2026
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Genre: Detective
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