The Mysterious Mr. Quin - Christie, Agatha
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A stranger in the shadows. A spark in the dark. A mystery no logic can solve alone. When Mr. Harley Quin appears, lives shift-subtly at first, then with startling force. He arrives where he's needed most, drawn to moments when love, death, coincidence, and hidden secrets converge. His presence is electric: intuitive, uncanny, and impossible to ignore. With a single insight or question, he changes the course of events forever. His companion in these stories is Mr. Satterthwaite, a thoughtful gentleman whose attention to human nature borders on the extraordinary. Together, they confront…mehr

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A stranger in the shadows. A spark in the dark. A mystery no logic can solve alone. When Mr. Harley Quin appears, lives shift-subtly at first, then with startling force. He arrives where he's needed most, drawn to moments when love, death, coincidence, and hidden secrets converge. His presence is electric: intuitive, uncanny, and impossible to ignore. With a single insight or question, he changes the course of events forever. His companion in these stories is Mr. Satterthwaite, a thoughtful gentleman whose attention to human nature borders on the extraordinary. Together, they confront mysteries that refuse to fit simple explanations-enigmas born from haunted romances, country house scandals, masked identities, emotional betrayals, and crimes that linger in the air like ghosts. Blending psychological suspense, elegant puzzle-solving, and a whisper of the supernatural, this collection showcases a world where the heart is as pivotal as the clue, and where revelation can feel like destiny. For readers who crave: * Gothic overtones and emotional stakes * Golden Age detective fiction with a twist * Character-driven mysteries and atmospheric suspense * Stories that linger long after the final page This volume is a gateway into one of the most enigmatic, haunting, and unforgettable corners of classic mystery literature.
Autorenporträt
Agatha Christie (1890-1976) is one of the most influential and widely read mystery writers of all time, celebrated for her ingenious plotting, memorable characters, and groundbreaking contributions to Golden Age detective fiction. Known for her masterful use of misdirection, psychological insight, and atmospheric suspense, she transformed the mystery genre with stories that challenged readers to solve the crime alongside the characters on the page.A lifelong observer of human nature, Christie drew inspiration from travel, history, and the complexities of personal relationships, crafting mysteries that range from intimate puzzles to sweeping investigations with global impact. In addition to her iconic detectives, she created more unusual figures-including the enigmatic Mr. Harley Quin and his friend Mr. Satterthwaite, whose stories blend uncanny intuition, coincidence, emotional revelation, and the suggestion of supernatural influence.Christie's legacy endures through her innovative storytelling and her ability to make every clue matter. Today she remains a cornerstone of classic mystery fiction, beloved by readers around the world for her timeless plots, elegant prose, and unerring sense of narrative surprise.
Agatha Christie
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