Tot mit Ähnlichkeiten: Brat Farrar - Softcover

Book 8 of 8: Josephine Tey - Krimiklassiker

Tey, Josephine

 
9783759235121: Tot mit Ähnlichkeiten: Brat Farrar

Synopsis

"Dead with Similarities" is a crime novel by Josephine Tey published in 1949. The story revolves around a young man named Brat Farrar, who bears a remarkable resemblance to Simon Ashby, the heir of an English horse breeding estate. Brat is contacted by a mysterious acquaintance of the family who convinces him to pretend to be the missing Patrick Ashby, Simon's twin brother, who disappeared many years ago. Brat agrees and takes on his new identity to enjoy the prosperity of the Ashby family. But the more time he spends on the estate, the deeper he becomes entangled in the dark secrets and family intrigues. He discovers that Patrick's death has never really been clarified and that several members of the family would have a motive to kill him. As Brat tries to play his role as Patrick credibly, he comes ever closer to the truth about Patrick's disappearance. He encounters clues that suggest that Patrick's death was not an accident, but possibly a murder. Brat does everything to find out the truth and expose the true culprit. "Dead with Similarities" is a captivating novel that boasts suspense, intrigue and surprising twists. Josephine Tey designs a complex story around identity, family secrets, and the desire for belonging. The novel explores the psyche of the characters and asks questions about morality and guilt. Tey manages to create an atmosphere of suspense and mystery that keeps the reader in breath until the last page. Filmed in 1986 and now translated into German.

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