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The Mysterious Mr. Quin

Agatha Christie
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The Mysterious Mr. Quin

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2003

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Agatha Christie

The Mysterious Mr. Quin

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

396

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

England • 1920s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Mysterious Mr. Quin is a collection of short stories by Agatha Christie featuring Mr. Harley Quin. Partnering with Mr. Satterthwaite, they solve various mysteries and explore human nature. Each story, such as "The Coming of Mr. Quin" and "The Soul of the Croupier," involves enigmatic events and emotional insights, emphasizing the intriguing interplay between individuals and events.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Unnerving

Contemplative

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

17,678 ratings

62%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Mysterious Mr. Quin is praised for its intriguing plot and mystical atmosphere, drawing readers into interconnected stories with a unique detective dynamic. Critics appreciate Christie's blend of mystery and supernatural elements. However, some feel the episodic structure lacks cohesion, making it less engaging than her other works.

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Who Should Read The Mysterious Mr. Quin?

A reader who enjoys The Mysterious Mr. Quin by Agatha Christie appreciates enigmatic tales with elements of the supernatural and crime-solving. Fans of The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde or The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle would find similar allure in its blend of mystery and the uncanny.

4.1

17,678 ratings

62%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

396

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

England • 1920s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15+ years

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