A review by kimalah
Strong Poison by Dorothy L. Sayers

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.
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