Partners in Crime

by Agatha Christie
Partners in Crime cover
Good Books rating 3.92
Mystery
Technical
  • ID: 3736
  • Added: 2025-10-20
  • Updated: 2025-10-20
  • ISBN: 9780007111503
  • Publisher: HarperCollins UK
  • Published: 2001-01-01
  • Reviews: 3

In 'Partners in Crime,' Agatha Christie's beloved characters Tommy and Tuppence Beresford are eager for excitement and a chance to prove their detective skills. When they are offered the opportunity to run Blunt's International Detective Agency, they eagerly accept, setting the stage for a series of intriguing cases. The novel is a delightful blend of humor, suspense, and clever detective work, showcasing Christie's signature style. /n/nThe book is a collection of short stories that highlight the dynamic duo's adventures, each case more captivating than the last. With their unique approach to solving mysteries, Tommy and Tuppence bring a fresh and entertaining perspective to the world of crime fiction.

Reviews
Yggdrasille · 2023-03-30
enjoyable 4.00

The collection offers a mix of self-contained stories with a light-hearted tone, though an overarching spying storyline ties everything together. The playful banter between Tommy and Tuppence adds charm.

This reviewer appreciates the variety within the collection, noting that each story stands on its own while contributing to a larger narrative. The light-hearted tone and the playful interactions between the main characters are highlights. They particularly enjoy how the overarching spying storyline provides a satisfying resolution in the finale. The reviewer finds the stories engaging and enjoyable, making it a delightful read for fans of Agatha Christie's work.

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    There's an overarching spying storyline running in the background that finds a resolution in the finale.

    Most episodes are self-contained, which makes it easy to pick up and put down.

    The playful banter between Tommy and Tuppence adds a layer of charm to the stories.

A Little Book Problem · 2023-02-09
charming 4.00

The stories are light-hearted and humorous, with Tommy and Tuppence's teasing adding to the charm. The collection is a refreshing change from Christie's more serious novels.

They highlight the light-hearted and humorous tone of the stories, which is a refreshing change from Christie's more serious novels. The playful interactions between Tommy and Tuppence are particularly enjoyable, adding a layer of charm to the collection. The reviewer finds the stories to be a delightful and entertaining read, perfect for those looking for a lighter take on the mystery genre.

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    The stories are quite light-hearted in tone compared to Christie's full length novels.

    Tommy and Tuppence are always teasing each other, and it's this dynamic that makes the stories so enjoyable.

    The collection is a refreshing change from Christie's more serious novels.

Cannonball Read · vel veeter · 2022-01-01
playful 3.75

The collection maintains a playful tone similar to the first book, with a fun and silly premise. The stories are enjoyable and light-hearted, making it a pleasant read.

The reviewer notes that this collection maintains the same playful tone as the first book, with an added layer of fun and silly premises. They find the stories to be enjoyable and light-hearted, making it a pleasant read. The reviewer appreciates the humor and the overall charm of the collection, which makes it a delightful addition to the Tommy and Tuppence series.

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    This collection which appeared in the late 1920s has the same playful tone of the first book.

    The additional silly and fun premise adds to the overall enjoyment.

    The stories are enjoyable and light-hearted, making it a pleasant read.

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