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Anthony Berkeley
Anthony Berkeley Cox was an English crime writer who wrote as Anthony Berkeley, Frances Iles, and A. Monmouth Platts.
Malice aforethought
Synopsis
At a lively 1930s tennis party in rural Devonshire, Dr. Edmund Bickleigh finds himself caught between a growing infatuation and a dark secret. While infidelity runs rampant among the local elite, Edmund harbors a chilling conviction: he intends to murder his wife. This classic mystery explores the sinister thoughts lurking beneath a seemingly idyllic surface.
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Characters
Dr Edmund BickleighProtagonist
Gwynfryd RatterySupporting
Frequently asked questions
Is Malice Aforethought part of a series?
This novel is a standalone work and does not require reading any other books by Anthony Berkeley to understand its plot or characters.
What makes Malice Aforethought unique among Golden Age mysteries?
Unlike many Golden Age mysteries that focus on who committed the crime, this book reveals the murderer from the very beginning. The narrative instead explores the psychological aspects of the killer and the intricate planning of the murder, shifting the focus from a whodunit to a howdunit and whydunit.
Does Malice Aforethought have any adaptations?
The novel was adapted into a British television film in 1979, starring Hywel Bennett as Dr. Edmund Bickleigh.