The Body in the Library (Miss Marple, #3)
by Agatha Christie
The Body in the Library by Agatha Christie holds a well received rating of 3.85 out of 5, based on 36.2K reader ratings. First published in 1942. The book spans 191 pages.
About The Body in the Library
It’s seven in the morning. The Bantrys wake to find the body of a young woman in their library. She is wearing evening dress and heavy make-up, which is now smeared across her cheeks.But who is she? How did she get there? And what is the connection with another dead girl, whose charred remains are later discovered in an abandoned quarry?The respectable Bantrys invite Miss Marple to solve the mystery… before tongues start to wag.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Agatha Christie |
| Published | 1942 |
| Pages | 191 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Classics |
| Average Rating | 3.85 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 36,188 |
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What genre is The Body in the Library?
The Body in the Library is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Body in the Library worth reading?
Based on 36.2K reader ratings, The Body in the Library has an average score of 3.85 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Body in the Library?
The Body in the Library has 191 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Body in the Library?
The Body in the Library was written by Agatha Christie. It was first published in 1942.
What is the ISBN for The Body in the Library?
The ISBN-13 for The Body in the Library is 9781579126260.0.
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