
Title | : | Someone from the Past |
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ISBN | : | 0754086046 |
ISBN-10 | : | 9780754086048 |
Language | : | English |
Format Type | : | Hardcover |
Number of Pages | : | 192 |
Publication | : | First published January 1, 1958 |
Awards | : | CWA Crossed Red Herring Award (1958) |
Nancy Graham's friend from the past -- a former roommate -- appeals to her for help when she receives a threatening, anonymous letter from the past. Soon her friend is dead, and Nancy is a suspect as she tries to solve the murder.
Someone from the Past Reviews
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This book won best novel award from the Crime Writers Association in Britain in 1958. It felt like I was reading something from the 1930s. A first person narrative, the protagonist, Nancy snaps out self-deprecating observations like: "He had a habit of looking at me as if he was wondering about my chances of winning the 3.15 at Hurst Park". This snappy writing help make up for a pretty unlikely plot.
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A slice of London 50s noir! Loved it!
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Synopsis: Nancy Graham's friend from the past appeals for help but soon she is dead and Nancy is the prime suspect.