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From Doon with Death is Ruth Rendell's 1964 debut novel and the first book featuring Chief Inspector Reg Wexford and Inspector Mike Burden. The detectives investigate the killing of Margaret Parsons, an apparently conventional housewife whose possessions reveal a previously unknown romantic connection. Set in the fictional English town of Kingsmarkham, the novel establishes the police partnership and psychologically focused approach used throughout the Wexford series.
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From Doon with Death ranks #149 of 183 in the Detective Novel ranking, behind Clouds of Witness, ahead of The Blue Hammer.
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Which famous detective is introduced in From Doon with Death?
From Doon with Death introduces Chief Inspector Reg Wexford and his partner Inspector Mike Burden. The novel was published in 1964 and marks the debut of author Ruth Rendell.
Who is the victim in From Doon with Death?
The primary victim in the story is Margaret Parsons, an apparently conventional housewife whose possessions reveal a previously unknown past. Her killing is investigated by Chief Inspector Reg Wexford.
What year was From Doon with Death published?
From Doon with Death was published in 1964 as the debut novel of British author Ruth Rendell. The mystery novel marks the very first appearance of the beloved detective Reg Wexford.
Who wrote the detective novel From Doon with Death?
From Doon with Death was written by Ruth Rendell and published in 1964. This novel kick-started her famous series featuring Chief Inspector Reg Wexford and Inspector Mike Burden.
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