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Final Curtain
Final Curtain: Inspector Roderick Alleyn #14 | Ngaio Marsh
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In this classic country-house mystery, Sir Henry Ancred, a celebrated Shakespearian actor has arranged to have his portrait painted by Agatha Troy, wife of Inspector Roderick Alleyn. When Ancred is killed at his own birthday party, leaving behind a family full of suspects, Troy is pleased to hand things over to Alleyn.
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My first Ngaio Marsh. I loved the writing - witty & elegant - and fun cast of characters. Great, satirical portrayals of characters who work in the theatre (the deep voices, command of space). And a married couple as protagonists - artist Agatha (Troy) & her police husband. It felt long to read, with the murder happening halfway through. Almost more of a comedy of manners than gripping mystery. I enjoyed it. Not sure about the cover though!

LeeRHarry That is a rather strange cover! 10mo
batsy OK, maybe I take back what I said about about all vintage mystery covers being great 😂 10mo
Abailliekaras @LeeRHarry @batsy I‘ve realised I don‘t want to see naked feet on my book covers 🤣 9mo
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