{"product_id":"the-mysterious-mr-quin-1","title":"The Mysterious Mr Quin by Agatha Christie","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"164\"\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"501\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"190\"\u003eThe Mysterious Mr Quin\u003c\/em\u003e is a unique collection of twelve short stories by Agatha Christie, first published in 1930, featuring the enigmatic and elusive \u003cstrong data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"337\"\u003eMr Harley Quin\u003c\/strong\u003e and his observant companion \u003cstrong data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"386\"\u003eMr Satterthwaite\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike her traditional detective stories, this book blends mystery with elements of the supernatural and romance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003eIn each story, Mr Quin appears almost magically when a mystery or moral dilemma arises, subtly guiding Mr Satterthwaite to uncover hidden truths about past events—often involving love, betrayal, or regret. While Quin rarely gives direct answers, his presence helps reveal motives and uncover psychological and emotional undercurrents that others miss. Stories like \u003cem data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eThe Coming of Mr Quin\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"919\"\u003eThe Soul of the Croupier\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"947\"\u003eThe Man from the Sea\u003c\/em\u003e explore how the past haunts the present and how chance encounters can reveal deep truths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eThis book stands out in Christie’s body of work for its more philosophical and ethereal tone, moving beyond pure detective fiction into tales of fate, coincidence, and redemption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eAgatha Christie\u003c\/strong\u003e (1890–1976) was a British author best known for her 66 detective novels and 14 short story collections, making her one of the most widely read and translated writers in history. Born in Torquay, England, Christie created iconic characters such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003eHercule Poirot\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003eMiss Marple\u003c\/strong\u003e, and is renowned for her intricate plots and surprise endings. Her most famous works include \u003cem data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003eMurder on the Orient Express\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003eThe Murder of Roger Ackroyd\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003eAnd Then There Were None\u003c\/em\u003e. Often called the “Queen of Crime,” Christie also wrote under the pseudonym Mary Westmacott for her romantic novels. In 1971, she was made a Dame of the British Empire for her contribution to literature. Her work continues to captivate readers and inspire adaptations for stage, film, and television worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":44276435517697,"sku":"2PLG8RM69-Used","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/products\/TheMysteriousMrQuin2_5feca343-9aca-4388-b17b-f03ed49ab526.jpg?v=1700205384","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/the-mysterious-mr-quin-1","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}