A review by rafternorth
The Murders in the Rue Morgue by Edgar Allan Poe
3.0
“Truth is not always in a well. In fact, as regards the more important knowledge, I do believe that she is invariably superficial. The depth lies in the valleys where we seek her, and not upon the mountain-tops where she is found.”
It’s hard to believe that this is cited as the first detective story in literature. I do give it points for that, and I certainly did not expect the conclusion of the mystery, but who would? An Orangutan with a razor blade did those murders? Even in 1841 I would be shocked to find anyone who would find that ending plausible. I’d like to know what Edgar was on whilst writing this story. If anybody knows, send me some.
Rating: 3 &1/2 Stars
It’s hard to believe that this is cited as the first detective story in literature. I do give it points for that, and I certainly did not expect the conclusion of the mystery, but who would? An Orangutan with a razor blade did those murders? Even in 1841 I would be shocked to find anyone who would find that ending plausible. I’d like to know what Edgar was on whilst writing this story. If anybody knows, send me some.
Rating: 3 &1/2 Stars