Title | : | Albert Campion Series Part 2 |
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Author | : | Margery Allingham |
Release | : | 2023-10-04 |
Kind | : | ebook |
Genre | : | Detective Novels, Books, Mysteries & Thrillers, Fiction & Literature, Historical Fiction, Historical Mysteries, Young Adult, Fiction for Young Adults, Classics for Young Adults, Classics, Action & Adventure, Literary Fiction, Mysteries for Young Adults, Hard-Boiled Mysteries |
Size | : | 2720008 |
The latter ten books in the "Albert Campion Series" by Margery Allingham continue the adventures of the witty and unconventional detective, Albert Campion, in a post-war world. These novels exhibit Allingham's mastery of the mystery genre and her evolving writing style. In titles like "The Tiger in the Smoke" and "The China Governess," Campion faces increasingly intricate and morally ambiguous cases. His character deepens, becoming more introspective and emotionally engaged with the people and situations he encounters. As the series progresses, Campion deals with international espionage, complex family dynamics, and the changing social landscape of Britain. Allingham's storytelling remains rich in atmosphere, combining suspenseful plots with vivid character development. Her exploration of Campion's personal life and relationships, especially with his wife, Amanda Fitton, adds depth to the series. These later books in the series showcase Allingham's ability to adapt to the evolving tastes of the mystery genre, offering readers a captivating blend of traditional and contemporary elements in classic detective fiction. |