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"The Silence of the Lambs" by Thomas Harris Summary and Review

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  "The Silence of the Lambs" is a psychological thriller novel written by Thomas Harris and published in 1988. The story follows FBI trainee Clarice Starling as she embarks on a dangerous mission to interview the brilliant psychiatrist and cannibalistic serial killer, Dr. Hannibal Lecter, in order to gain insight into the mind of another notorious murderer called "Buffalo Bill."   Get Book The novel begins with Clarice Starling's introduction as an ambitious trainee at the FBI's Behavioral Science Unit. Jack Crawford, the head of the Behavioral Science Unit, assigns her to interview Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a former psychiatrist and notorious serial killer who is imprisoned at the Baltimore State Hospital for the Criminally Insane. Crawford believes that Lecter's insights could be crucial in capturing Buffalo Bill, who has been abducting and murdering young women.   Clarice travels to the Baltimore State Hospital and meets Dr. Lecter. Through their conversa...

"And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christie Summary and Review

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  "And Then There Were None" is a masterpiece of crime fiction written by Agatha Christie, the queen of mystery. First published in 1939, the novel has captivated readers for decades with its intricate plot, suspenseful atmosphere, and cleverly constructed mystery. Set on a secluded island, the story unfolds as ten strangers are lured to the island under different pretenses and find themselves trapped with an unknown killer.   The novel begins with the introduction of the ten main characters, each of whom has been invited to Indian Island by a mysterious host. As the guests arrive, they discover that their host is absent, and they are left under the supervision of two newly hired servants, Mr. and Mrs. Rogers. As they settle in, they notice ten figurines displayed in the dining room, representing ten little soldiers. The presence of these figurines adds an eerie element to the unfolding events.     Get Book Shortly after their arrival, a gramophone recording accuses...