Dead Man's Folly: Book Guide, Author and Facts
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Whilst organising a mock murder hunt for the village fete hosted by Sir George and Lady Stubbs, a feeling of dread settles on the famous crime novelist Adriane Oliver. Call it instinct, but it's a feeling she just can't explain…or get away from. In desperation she summons her old friend, Hercule Poirot – and her instincts are soon proved correct when the 'pretend' murder victim is discovered playing the scene for real, a rope wrapped tightly around her neck…But it's the great detective who first discovers that in murder hunts, whether mock or real, everyone is playing a part…
Quick facts about Dead Man's Folly
- Title: Dead Man's Folly
- Author: Agatha Christie
- First published: 1956
- Genre: fiction, historical fiction, mystery
- OpenLibrary ID: OL471713W
Where to read Dead Man's Folly
Dead Man's Folly by Agatha Christie is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Dead Man's Folly about?
Whilst organising a mock murder hunt for the village fete hosted by Sir George and Lady Stubbs, a feeling of dread settles on the famous crime novelist Adriane Oliver.
Who wrote Dead Man's Folly?
Dead Man's Folly was written by Agatha Christie.
When was Dead Man's Folly published?
Dead Man's Folly was first published in 1956.



