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Best 1 Miss Marple (Agatha Christie)
Miss Marple (Agatha Christie)

Miss Marple is the master of the seemingly ordinary detective. Her genius lies in drawing parallels between the complex crimes of the wealthy and the petty dramas observed in her quiet village life. S...

9.2 Excellent
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2 Murder, She Wrote
Murder, She Wrote

Murder, She Wrote, running from 1984 to 1996, became a television phenomenon. Jessica Fletcher, a mystery writer and amateur detective, solved murders in her hometown and during her travels. The shows...

8.5 Very Good
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3 The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie
The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie

Alan Bradley's 'The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie' introduces Flavia de Luce, an eleven-year-old chemistry enthusiast who solves mysteries in her small English village. The books charm lies in Fl...

8.4 Very Good
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4 The Thursday Murder Club
The Thursday Murder Club

Richard Osman's 'The Thursday Murder Club' introduces a delightful group of elderly friends in a retirement village who investigate local crimes. The plot is cleverly constructed, with a satisfying bl...

8.3 Very Good
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5 Jessica Fletcher (Carol Golden)
Jessica Fletcher (Carol Golden)

Jessica Fletcher represents the beloved amateur detective. Her strength is her deep connection to community and her ability to observe the subtle shifts in relationships within a small, picturesque se...

8.3 Very Good
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6 The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency
The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency

Alexander McCall Smiths 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' follows Precious Ramotswe, Botswanas first female detective. The series is known for its gentle pace, warm characters, and insightful portr...

8.2 Very Good
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7 The Maid by Nita Prose
The Maid by Nita Prose

Molly Gray is a hotel maid who struggles with social cues and finds comfort in order and cleaning. When she finds a wealthy guest dead in his bed, she becomes the prime suspect. This is a charming, ch...

7.8 Good
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The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

In a peaceful retirement village, four unlikely friends meet weekly to investigate unsolved murders. When a real killing happens on their doorstep, they find themselves in the middle of their first li...

7.3 Good
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