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Cover Her Face is a 1962 detective novel by P. D. James and the first book to feature Scotland Yard detective Adam Dalgliesh. The investigation concerns the death of Sally Jupp, an unmarried mother working as a maid for the Maxie family at their country house in Essex.
Combining a closed circle of suspects with close attention to character and social tensions, it is intended for readers of traditional British mystery fiction.
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Cover Her Face ranks #157 of 183 in the Detective Novel ranking, behind Last Bus to Woodstock, ahead of A Shilling for Candles.
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How good is Cover Her Face?
Cover Her Face scores 7.36/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Detective Novel category. Important Dalgliesh debut with classic setting; respected, but James's style and complexity deepen later.
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With a score of 7.36/10, Cover Her Face is a solid option in Detective Novel. See all Detective Novel ranked.
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