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jeo224's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.75
I have heard great things about this books for years, but have not worked my way to it until now. It lives up to the hype. While this was written over 90 years ago, and there are some ways in which this is quite clear, it is also surprisingly modern and reads well. In fact, the character of Lord Wimsey is developed more in this book than in the earlier ones with him in it, and I appreciate that. This is the book that introduces Harriet Vane - and left this reader wanting to hear more from her. There is also a fair amount of humor and silliness, as well as some suspenseful moments. Obviously I liked it and recommend it if you enjoy mysteries.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Misogyny
kimalah's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Strong Poison is a good mystery that introduces Harriet Vane, Lord Peter Wimsey’s great love. The mystery was well-plotted more for how it was done rather than who did it. Personally, I enjoyed the appearance of The Cattery the most, especially Miss Murchison. I liked her very much and am a little sad to learn she does not appear in any further books. The book is definitely of its time with references to people and things that I didn’t know, and also *sigh* in its casual racism and misogyny. There wasn’t very much of it, but it was glaring when it was there. If it weren’t for that, it would easily be a five star mystery.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Misogyny
Minor: Antisemitism