agatha christie's partners in crime the secret adversary

The romance is very abrupt and somewhat disjointed but the friendship between them is really special and makes it easier to ignore. Belting someone over the head with a candlestick yes. But I think it's a first to read one who's willing to physically take on an attacker in such a manner. I mean sure I've read heroines outsmarting people. The man sat down abruptly on the pavement. The success of these unsportsmanlike tactics was immediate. Lowering her head, she repeated a manœuvre of childish days, and butted their aggressor full in the capacious middle. She did not pause to ascertain whether they were friends or foes. “Just a word with your pretty friend here.” He stretched out an unsteady hand, and clutched Jane by the shoulder. And I don't think I've read any other book set in this time where the female character is so badass. “Modesty always was your besetting sin,” remarked Tommy. “There wouldn’t be the least difference if you were caught!” Tuppence may be strong willed and imaginative but Tommy is no push over - he's more than willing to call Tuppence out on her crap. They've known each other since childhood and are great friends and it's clear in every interaction that they have a long history and feel comfortable around one another.

The Complete Tommy & Tuppence Collection (Tommy & Tuppence Mysteries). No unreasonable offer refused.’Ĭhristie, Agatha. Afterall their inital partnership is thus named The Young Adventurers, Ltd - ‘Two young adventurers for hire.

I loved how practical and honest Tuppence is - and she has such a sense of adventure. Tuppence is headstrong, quickwitted and severe. Tommy is down to earth, logical and calm. This mystery was strong and had me guessing with all the twists and turns and drama.

Agatha christie's partners in crime the secret adversary