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    The Wench is Dead - Inspector Morse by Colin Dexter
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    A clever, historical twist on the traditional detective novel - charming, well-written, and perfect for classic whodunit fans, though not the best Morse intro for newcomers.

    'The Wench is Dead' by Colin Dexter follows Inspector Morse as he investigates a century-old murder case while recovering in the hospital. Despite being an unusual storyline for the series, readers found the plot cleverly positioned, with Morse's investigation into a historical crime adding an intriguing twist to the usual murder mysteries. Dexter's writing style was praised for its cleverness and use of historical elements, making the story both enjoyable and engaging.

    Intermittently, on the Tuesday, he felt sick. Frequently, on the Wednesday, he was sick. On the Thursday, he felt sick frequently, but was actually sick only intermittently. With difficulty, early on...
    1989
    256 pages

    (Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Inspector Morse )

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