This was nice. I understand why people like Agatha Christie (this is my first and I plan to read more), but this book just didn't do very much for me apart from being nice.

I like the character of Miss Marple quite a bit, and her perspective on things. The juxtaposition of a sweet little old lady with her pragmatism and cool handling of murders is funny and really well done.

Didn't think much of the plot of this particular one, but it was a fine cozy mystery. Held my attention and I was down for the ride. It gives good story vibes and good character vibes.

The main problem for me is the racism/sexism/classism/etc. I totally understand that this book is ~70 years old and it's a product of its time. There's a totally valid argument to be made in that regard. But it's a cozy mystery and for me, the main point of a cozy mystery is the good vibes. Nothing ruins the good vibes faster than dropping a casual slur. I plan to read more as I own several and see if this remains my main opinion, but right now I'm feeling like I'd rather read a contemporary cozy mystery instead of getting through the prejudice of this.