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A Murder Is Announced

by Agatha Christie · Miss Marple #5 · 320 pages · Published May 1950
Spoiler-light guide Series order included Similar books included
4.05 / 5 across 40K ratings
Spice: ❄️ (0/5)

A cozy, twisty Adult mystery built around newspaper ad, village murder, miss marple. 320 pages and a satisfying conclusion.

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Cozy. Twisty. Witty.

Cozy Twisty Witty

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Cozy Twisty Witty
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  • You need romance or spice to stay engaged
  • You haven't read the earlier books in the Miss Marple series
  • You need a strong romance to drive the plot

Content notes

Murder
Newspaper Ad
Village Murder
Miss Marple
Book profile

Mood, trope, and intensity breakdown

How this book actually feels — based on mood analysis, not publisher blurbs.

Mood profile
Romance
10%
Fantasy
0%
Pacing
3/5
Darkness
1/5
Spice
0/5
Core elements
Genre
Mystery
Classic
Moods
Cozy
Twisty
Witty
Key Tropes
Newspaper Ad
Village Murder
Miss Marple
Ending
Satisfying
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FAQ

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Is A Murder Is Announced spicy?

No spice (0/5) — clean read with no heat.

Do I need to read A Murder Is Announced in order?

A Murder Is Announced is book 5 in the Miss Marple series. Reading in order is recommended.

Who would enjoy A Murder Is Announced?

Readers who love cozy and twisty stories with newspaper ad and village murder. Best suited for Adult readers and up.

What kind of read is A Murder Is Announced?

A cozy, twisty Adult mystery built around newspaper ad, village murder, miss marple. 320 pages and a satisfying conclusion.

What are the content warnings for A Murder Is Announced?

Content notes include: murder. Sort By Cravings always flags these so you can make informed choices.

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📚 Last reviewed: March 2026 Guide verified against current edition
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