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John Dickson Carr

To Wake the Dead

Part of "Dr. Gideon Fell" series

"To Wake the Dead" by John Dickson Carr is a classic example of a locked-room mystery, a subgenre of detective fiction in which a crime is committed in an apparently impossible situation. In this novel, the crime is the murder of a man in a room that was locked from the inside, with no other exits. The story is set in an English country house, where a group of strangers has gathered for a weekend party. When one of the guests is found dead in a locked room, the other guests realize that they are all suspects. The police are called, but they are unable to determine how the murder was committed. Enter Sir Henry Merrivale, a larger-than-life detective who is called in to solve the case. Merrivale is a brilliant and eccentric character, known for his unorthodox methods and his ability to see through the obvious and get to the truth. Carr is a master of the locked-room mystery, and "To Wake the Dead" is one of his best. The novel is full of twists and turns, and the solution to the mystery is both surprising and satisfying. Carr's writing is witty and engaging, and the characters are well-drawn and believable. This novel is a must-read for fans of classic detective fiction. It is a complex and challenging mystery that will keep readers guessing until the very end. The novel is also a great introduction to the work of John Dickson Carr, who is considered one of the greatest writers of detective fiction of all time. In summary, "To Wake the Dead" is a classic locked-room mystery that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. With its brilliant detective, engaging characters, and surprising solution, this novel is a must-read for fans of the genre...