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At Bertram's Hotel
Agatha Christie

At Bertram's Hotel

Quick Answer

Read "At Bertram's Hotel" as the 10th book in the Miss Marple Mysteries sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "A Caribbean Mystery" (Book 9)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: As the 10th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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**An old-fashioned London Hotel is not quite as reputable as it makes out… When Miss Marple comes up from the country for a holiday in London, she finds what she’s looking for at Bertram’s Hotel: traditional decor, impeccable service and an unmistakable atmosphere of danger behind the highly polished veneer. Yet, not even Miss Marple can foresee the violent chain of events set in motion when an eccentric guest makes his way to the airport on the wrong day…**
Next Recommended Book

Nemesis

Book #11 of 12 in Series

Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

high Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Miss Marple Mysteries conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading At Bertram's Hotel?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read At Bertram's Hotel before A Caribbean Mystery?

No. We recommend reading A Caribbean Mystery first. At Bertram's Hotel is the 10th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is At Bertram's Hotel required reading for the Miss Marple Mysteries?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after At Bertram's Hotel in the reading order?

The next recommended book after At Bertram's Hotel is Nemesis (Book #11).