A Caribbean Mystery

A Caribbean Mystery (1964) Agatha Christie (Miss Marple #10)

Dancing, lights, the music of a band (even a steel band), all that surely was for youth. But where was youth? Studying, she supposed, at universities, or doing a job—with a fortnight’s holiday a year.

…

A place like this was too far away and too expensive. This gay and carefree life was all for the thirties and the forties—and the old men who were trying to live up (or down) to their young wives. It seemed, somehow, a pity.

“I realize, too, that Mr. Rafiel is privileged, or thinks he is.”

“What do you mean—privileged?” asked Mr. Rafiel.

“To be rude if you want to be rude,” said Miss Marple.

“Have I been rude?” said Mr. Rafiel, surprised. “I’m sorry if I’ve offended you.”

“You haven’t offended me,” said Miss Marple, “I make allowances.”

“Now, don’t be nasty.”

Characters: Mr. Rafiel, Raymond West, Major Palgrave, Miss Marple, Tim Kendall, Molly Kendall, Victoria Johnson, Doctor Robertson, Lucky Dyson, Greg Dyson, Edward Hillingdon, Evelyn Hillingdon, Esther Walters, Senora de Caspearo, Dr. Graham, Inspector Weston, Mr. Daventry, Joan Prescott, Arthur Jackson

Publisher: William Morrow

Rating: 8.5/10

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