Why read Partners in Crime?

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Six short stories from the Queen of Crime, featuring our favourite young detectives, Tommy and Tuppence.

Tommy and Tuppence Beresford were restless for adventure, so when they were asked to take over Blunt's International Detective Agency, they leapt at the chance.

After their triumphant recovery of a pink…

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Why read it?

2 authors picked Partners in Crime as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Suzanne Stauffer

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I first read this book when I was in my twenties, the same age as Tommy and Tuppence (Prudence) Beresford, the protagonists.

I immediately wanted to be Tuppence and married to Tommy! The two of them are young and adventurous in post-WWI London. They not only solve mysteries, but Tuppence does it while wearing fabulous 1920s outfits that I can only dream about.

I also love the relationship between the two of them as partners in crime and life. Tommy is more level-headed, and Tuppence is more imaginative and creative. Together they make the perfect detective team – and married…

From Suzanne's list on the Roaring Twenties (and how!).

Betty Adams

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Murder, espionage, and weight loss clinics make up the challenges faced by Tommy and Tuppence in what I consider to be Christie’s most engaging book. The concept of a loving pair getting bored and deciding to use their energy to solve crimes was delightful. Christie takes a long honest look at human nature, and despite the murder and betrayal, laughs, for we are absurd.

From Betty's list on to laugh at the absurdity of human nature.