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The Red House Mystery

A.A. Milne
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The Red House Mystery

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010

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A.A. Milne

The Red House Mystery

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

156

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

English Countryside • 1920s

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

13+ years

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Super Short Summary

A.A. Milne's The Red House Mystery involves a weekend gathering at an English country house. The story begins when a visitor arrives, and a murder occurs. Amateur sleuth Tony Gillingham and his friend Bill Beverley investigate the intriguing events, uncovering secrets and piecing together clues throughout the narrative.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Humorous

Playful

Reviews & Readership

3.9

15,944 ratings

61%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Red House Mystery by A.A. Milne is celebrated for its engaging plot and witty dialogue, reminiscent of classic detective tales. While readers appreciate the clever puzzles and charming countryside setting, some note the lack of depth in character development. Overall, it's a delightful read for fans of traditional mysteries, though it may not satisfy those seeking complex character studies.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Red House Mystery?

A reader who enjoys The Red House Mystery by A.A. Milne likely appreciates classic whodunits and British settings. Fans of Agatha Christie's The Mysterious Affair at Styles or Dorothy L. Sayers' Whose Body? would find similar enjoyment in its clever plot and engaging detective work.

3.9

15,944 ratings

61%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

156

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

English Countryside • 1920s

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

13+ years

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