Miss Marple is an iconic fictional detective created by Agatha Christie. Miss Marple appeared in 12 novels and 20 short stories.
Agatha Christie was one of the most admired mystery authors of all time and earned the name “Queen of Crime.”
Here are seven of the best Miss Jane Marple books, which showcase Christie’s skill in crafting intriguing mysteries with memorable characters:
The Murder at the Vicarage
The Murder at the Vicarage (1930)
This was the first novel featuring Miss Marple and takes place in her hometown of St. Mary Mead, where a local vicar is found murdered.
A Pocket Full of Rye
A Pocket Full of Rye (1953)
Miss Marple investigates a series of murders that seem to be connected to a children’s nursery rhyme.
The Moving Finger
The Moving Finger (1942)
In this novel, Miss Marple becomes involved in solving a series of poison pen letters that lead to murder.
The Body in the Library
The Body in the Library (1942)
Miss Marple investigates when the body of a young woman is found in the library of a wealthy family’s home.
A Murder is Announced
A Murder is Announced (1950)
An announcement of a murder in the local newspaper leads Miss Marple and others to a house where a deadly game is being played out.
4.50 from Paddington
4.50 from Paddington (1957)
Miss Marple helps to solve a murder that takes place on a train passing by a field.
The Mirror Crack’d from Side to Side
The Mirror Crack’d from Side to Side (1962)
In this novel, a Hollywood actress is poisoned at a party in the village of St. Mary Mead, and Miss Marple sets out to uncover the killer.
These seven Miss Marple books are among the most beloved and highly regarded works of Agatha Christie. They showcase her mastery of the mystery genre and her ability to create unforgettable characters and intricate plots.
