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The Murder Room: Book Guide, Author and Facts

The Murder Room by P. D. James — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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Commander Dalgliesh investigates a horrible death at the Dupayne, a private museum on the edge of Hampstead Heath, dedicated to the years 1919-1939. One of the museum galleries displays exhibits from the most notorious murder cases of those inter-war years, and now a modern killer is at work, the crimes uncannily echoing the cases on display. All the people at the Dupayne - the trustees, the staff and the volunteers - have the means and the opportunity for murder. One of them has the ruthlessness to kill and kill again.

Quick facts about The Murder Room

  • Title: The Murder Room
  • Author: P. D. James
  • First published: 1775
  • Genre: mystery, detective and mystery stories, police
  • OpenLibrary ID: OL510896W

Where to read The Murder Room

The Murder Room by P. D. James is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Murder Room about?

Commander Dalgliesh investigates a horrible death at the Dupayne, a private museum on the edge of Hampstead Heath, dedicated to the years 1919-1939.

Who wrote The Murder Room?

The Murder Room was written by P. D. James.

When was The Murder Room published?

The Murder Room was first published in 1775.

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