December 2021 Wrap-Up

Books Read:

Fell Murder by E.C.R. Lorac (1944)  3/5 stars

In this Golden Age mystery,  a north country farmer is murdered and Scotland Yard Inspector Macdonald is called in to solve the case.  The writing is excellent and Lorac was able to flesh out characters surprisingly well in a short time.  The solution, however, was obvious from the beginning so there was no suspense or tension built.  

What Did It Mean? by Angela Thirkell (1954)  4/5 stars

This is the 23rd novel in the Barsetshire series, and follows the residents of one of the county villages as they prepare to celebrate the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.  As I have come to expect from Thrikell, it's witty, intelligent, a bit snarky, and fully enjoyable.  

(note: This series must be read in order to appreciate the complex relationships of the characters.)

Audio Books Completed:

The Nine Tailors by Dorothy L. Sayers (1934)  5/5 stars

This is one of my favorites of the Lord Peter mysteries.  It is clever, intelligent, and excellently written, with an engrossing, memorable, and moving plot.  

The Fashion in Shrouds by Margery Allingham (1938)  4/5 stars  (my review here)

Sweet Danger by Margery Allingham (1933)  4/5 stars  (my review here)

Gaudy Night by Dorothy L. Sayers (1935)  2/5 stars  (my review here)

Did Not Finish:

Through a Glass, Darkly by Jostein Gaarder 

My discussion here.