PUBLISHER: HarperCollins
GENRES: Mystery Books, Fiction Books
AUTHORS: Agatha Christie
PAGES: 347 pages
ISBN13: 9780007111503
TAGS: Mystery Books, Fiction Books, Free Books, PDF Books
LANGUAGE: en
TYPE: Digital
“Partners in Crime” is a collection of short stories featuring Agatha Christie’s detective duo, Tommy and Tuppence Beresford. The book is set in 1920s England and follows Tommy and Tuppence as they embark on a new career as detectives, taking over the International Detective Agency.
The collection is structured around a framing device where Tommy and Tuppence are approached by a British intelligence agent, Mr. Carter, who enlists their help in uncovering a dangerous criminal organization known as “The Young Adventurers Ltd.” Tommy and Tuppence agree to help and take on various cases that lead them into encounters with spies, thieves, and other criminals.
Each story in the collection is a standalone mystery, but they are all connected by the overarching plot involving The Young Adventurers Ltd. Tommy and Tuppence use their wit, charm, and cleverness to solve each case, often adopting different personas and disguises to get to the bottom of things.
Throughout the collection, Christie showcases her talent for plotting and character development, creating a series of entertaining and engaging mysteries. “Partners in Crime” also highlights the dynamic between Tommy and Tuppence, with their banter and affectionate relationship adding depth to the stories.
Overall, “Partners in Crime” is a delightful read for fans of Christie’s work and a showcase of her skill at crafting intriguing mysteries with memorable characters.
