Posts filed under 'Gwen'
The Boy’s Tale by Margaret Frazer
The medieval history is clear and seems accurate. The references to the Catholic liturgy are comforting. The tone of the book sympathetic to human error and, although very independent, the detective, Sister Frevisse is devoted to her calling and obedient to her oder. Excellent plot.
-Gwen
Add comment August 4, 2008
Why Didn’t They Ask Evans by Agatha Christie
My third reading of this book in about 10-12 years and fascinating as always. I particularly like the irony of the final revelation of the important clues in the last chapter. I particularly liked the easy relationship of the young sleuths.
-Gwen
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Overture to Death by Ngaio Marsh
New York Times says, “she’s better than Christie” — who is my favorite. I agree. The details of characters are more detailed; the clues are a little more subtle; the allusions to literature a little more. The detective , Chief Inspector Alleyn is very professional, sympathetic and analytical.
-Gwen
Add comment August 4, 2008
