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Murder Quote by Agatha Christie

“Just look, Letty.” Miss Blacklock looked. Her eyebrows went up. She threw a quick scrutinizing glance round the table. Then she read the advertisement out loud. “A murder is announced and will take place on Friday, October 29th, at Little Paddocks at 6:30 p.m. Friends please accept this, the only…” quote by Agatha Christie
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““Just look, Letty.” Miss Blacklock looked. Her eyebrows went up. She threw a quick scrutinizing glance round the table. Then she read the advertisement out loud. “A murder is announced and will take place on Friday, October 29th, at Little Paddocks at 6:30 p.m. Friends please accept this, the only intimation.””

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About This Quote

Source Novel: The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie, 1926

A character reads a mysterious murder announcement, setting a suspenseful plot.

In simple terms: A murder notice is announced, creating intrigue.

Key Takeaway

Pay attention to details that foreshadow events.

Themes

mystery suspense investigation

Mood

curious tense

Type

literary suspense

When to use this quote

  • detective work
  • reading clues
  • anticipating danger
  • social gatherings

Key Concepts

foreshadowing dramatic irony character observation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What clues does the announcement reveal?
  • How does the tone affect your expectations?
A Different Perspective

The announcement may be a red herring, misleading readers.

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