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Nemesis (Dramatised) [Audio Download]

by Agatha Christie (Author), June Whitfield (Narrator)
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  • Listening Length: 2 hours and 12 minutes
  • Program Type: Audiobook
  • Version: Unabridged
  • Publisher: AudioGO Ltd.
  • Audible Release Date: 13 Sep 2010
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B0042YYX5I
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)

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June Whitfield stars as the sharp-witted spinster sleuth in a BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation now available on audio.

Miss Marple is totally shocked to receive a letter from the recently deceased Mr Rafiel, an acquaintance she had met briefly on her travels.

The letter leaves instructions for Miss Marple, whom Mr Rafiel had recognised as a natural detective, to investigate a crime after his death. There are absolutely no details about the crime, however, nothing about who is involved, or where or when it had been committed. Miss Marple, of course is thoroughly intrigued...

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have read every single Agatha Christie book published and must say that, though I tend to prefer Poirot over Miss Marple as a whole, 'Nemesis' is tied with 'Endless Night' as one of my two favourite books of hers.

Don't just take the word of those who say Ms Christie declined irredeemably in her final years - read the books and discover for yourself. Yes, her style changed toward greater characterisation and less fast-paced cryptic plotting, and quality-control wise she may have faltered once or twice, but times change and the world of the 20's and 30's moved on - so did her writing.

Expect a greater lead in to this story, as Ms Christie first reveals the crime itself, the characters relating to it then its positively chilling (and devastating) denouement. I challenge you, like Miss Marple herself, not to feel as much sorry for the murderer as you do for the victim.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
In some ways, not the greatest of Christie's Marple novels, but in other ways it is. The plot idea is novel, unlike the early Marples which are quite formally structured. In Nemesis Miss Marple is lead through a series of clues before she even finds out what murder she is investigating.

This certainly has the feel of a final novel, and it was the last Marple book Christie wrote (although Sleeping Murder was deliberately published later). It is set out as Marple's greatest ever challenge, and mentions things from a number of the previous books in the series. It also leaves Miss Marple to a happy retirement at the end.

Bonus points to me, because this was the first time that I've managed to solve the mystery before Miss Marple, even though I was put off at one point when the character made a mistake. I would hope that's down to an improvement in my skills rather than a loss in Christie's writing.

Overall, I enjoyed it, and that's what mattered. I'm glad I'm nearly finished with the series though.
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Format:Mass Market Paperback
This story is probably the most original and complex of all the Miss Marple stories. The notion of going back in time to try and solve an old crime and right past wrongs is something that Christie was fascinated by - you see it in many of her other novels such as "Five Little Pigs", "Sleeping Murder", "Elephants Can Remember", etc. When you start reopening old cases however, that can rouse strong feelings, and even cause a murderer who had escaped detection to kill again. This is what happens in this story when Miss Marple is trying to solve an old crime with nothing to go on except the vague instructions of a dead man and her own instincts. My only criticism was that she appeared to hit on all the right clues with a consistency and swiftness that was a little implausible, considering how much in the dark she was. However, the resolution of the story was truly amazing and yet completely believeable. I also really liked the idea of nemesis - that you are unable to escape the consequences of your own actions, both good and bad. "Nemesis is long delayed sometimes, but it comes in the end" is a line I have never forgotten. It's a reminder to you that your actions may sometimes result in unforeseen consequences - a pretty sobering thought.
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Nemesis
This Miss Marple novel is not a sequel to "A Caribbean Mystery", but it does concern some characters from that novel - most notably Mr Jason Rafiel, a very wealthy man who Miss... Read more
Published 5 months ago by S Riaz
Nemesis
Agatha Christie never dates- her mysteries are always well written, and she had a thorough understanding of human nature. Nice little paperback book.
Published 18 months ago by Gwyn
Excelent service
I received the book in excelent condition within 3 days of ordering. Very pleased
Published on 1 Dec 2009 by R. Simmins
Agatha Christie
Really good story - well worth reading. These books never seem to date - and I can apply what happens to everyday happenings nowadays.
Published on 13 Nov 2009 by M. Reddy
I loved this book
I loved this book, I loved all the Characters which have wonderful names, I loved the idea of Miss Marple being sent on a quest from beyond the grave and I thought not having a... Read more
Published on 14 July 2009 by Mr. P. Robinson
Miss Marple on her last legs
This is a book from Christie's period of decline. It has much in common with "Elephants can remember" and "Postern of fate", all books where Christie takes farewell of favourite... Read more
Published on 1 Feb 2005 by Kai-Mikael Jää-Aro
What a charming old lady!
In Nemesis, Miss Jane Marple is quietly sitting in her house in St Mary Mead, reading the obituaries in her favourite newspaper, when one of the names printed there strikes her as... Read more
Published on 27 April 2003 by Stephanie Noverraz
Not one of Christies best
The plot line on Nemesis is a bit stuffy- a bus tour round houses and gardens provides the premise for Liss Marple's investigations and the book seems uninspired. Read more
Published on 25 Nov 2002 by Alex Magpie
My favorite Miss Marple book!
Nemesis is great! It seems so impossible for anyone to figure out, (especially a little old lady like Miss Marple) because there is absolutely no information to go by in the... Read more
Published on 16 May 1999
The ultimate Miss Marple book
If you read any Agatha Christie book then read this one: Miss Marple at her finest. The plot is typically good with plenty of red herrings to keep you guessing until the end and... Read more
Published on 1 April 1999
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