Devi Nair
After discovering Ngaio Marsh with A Man Lay Dead, I couldn’t wait to dive into her next work—and A Surfeit of Lampreys did not disappoint! From the very first page, I was swept into a world that is both delightfully sinister and darkly humorous. The Lamprey family is eccentric, cunning, and delightfully wicked, making the story as much about character as it is about mystery.
Inspector Roderick Alleyn returns with his usual intelligence and charm, skillfully navigating a web of secrets and schemes that kept me guessing at every turn. Marsh’s prose is sharp, witty, and wonderfully descriptive, bringing the setting and characters to life in a way that feels immersive and timeless.
As someone who adores mysteries from the Agatha Christie era, reading this felt like finding a hidden literary treasure I never knew existed. Cleverly plotted, endlessly entertaining, and full of the intrigue I live for, A Surfeit of Lampreys has only deepened my fascination with Marsh’s work. I can’t wait to explore more of her brilliant mysteries!
Originally posted at www.viewsshewrites.com.
After discovering Ngaio Marsh with A Man Lay Dead, I couldn’t wait to dive into her next work—and A Surfeit of Lampreys did not disappoint! From the very first page, I was swept into a world that is both delightfully sinister and darkly humorous. The Lamprey family is eccentric, cunning, and delightfully wicked, making the story as much about character as it is about mystery.
Inspector Roderick Alleyn returns with his usual intelligence and charm, skillfully navigating a web of secrets and schemes that kept me guessing at every turn. Marsh’s prose is sharp, witty, and wonderfully descriptive, bringing the setting and characters to life in a way that feels immersive and timeless.
As someone who adores mysteries from the Agatha Christie era, reading this felt like finding a hidden literary treasure I never knew existed. Cleverly plotted, endlessly entertaining, and full of the intrigue I live for, A Surfeit of Lampreys has only deepened my fascination with Marsh’s work. I can’t wait to explore more of her brilliant mysteries!
Originally posted at www.viewsshewrites.com.