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Detective

Murder Must Advertise

eng. Murder Must Advertise · 1933
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Main Characters and Their Development

  • Lord Peter Wimsey: The main character, an aristocrat and amateur detective who goes undercover to work at Pym's Publicity to investigate the death of one of its employees. During the investigation, he reveals his analytical abilities and skill in solving complex puzzles.
  • Mr. Pym: The owner of the advertising agency Pym's Publicity, who hires Lord Peter Wimsey to investigate Victor Dean's death. He shows himself to be a man concerned with the reputation of his company.
  • Victor Dean: An employee of the advertising agency whose death becomes the starting point for the investigation. As the plot unfolds, it is revealed that he was involved in illegal activities, which led to his demise.
  • Miss Metland: A secretary at the agency who assists Lord Peter in his investigation. She proves to be a smart and observant woman capable of providing important information.
  • Michael Lomas: One of the agency's employees who becomes a suspect during the investigation. His behavior and actions arouse suspicion in Lord Peter.
  • Diana Polifax: A colleague of Victor Dean who is also involved in illegal activities. Her relationships with other characters and involvement in events are revealed as the plot develops.
Murder Must Advertise
Date of publication: 16 May 2024
Last updated: 14 July 2024
———Original titleeng. Murder Must Advertise · 1933
Genre: Detective