![]() ![]() Protheroe, who committed the crime while her partner had an alibi. In fact, he was working with a partner–his lover, Mrs. He was cleared of the murder, based on the time the coroner placed the murder. Redding actually confessed to the murder (in an apparent, but false, attempt to “protect” another suspect).He killed the Colonel to ensure that his wife would become a wealthy woman (and,he hopes, marry him.) Artist Lawrence Redding, who was having an affair with the Colonel’s wife. ![]() Here, we’re introduced to a limited number of suspects, all with intimate knowledge of the victim: Colonel Protheroe.įollowers of Christie and Miss Marple may note that Miss Marple is a little more abrasive than in later novels. ![]() An excellent example of an early cozy mystery, it’s set in the fictitious village St. Today I’m focusing on Murder at the Vicarage by Christie. ![]() Obviously, if you’re interested in reading these books (highly recommended), and don’t want to know the endings, read no further. Judging from the interest I've noted on posts about planting clues, I thought we could take a closer look at several mysteries….the clues and red herrings that make them such intriguing reads.īecause most current mystery writers would not be pleased at having spoilers on their books posted, I’m going to focus my efforts on the late, great Agatha Christie. ![]()
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