This beautiful softcover edition is in fine condition, with no marks or tears and only minimal shelf wear. The pages are tight, appear unread, and the book is tight, square, and unmarked. A Pocket Full of Rye is a 1953 mystery novel by Agatha Christie and features her famous amateur detective, Miss Marple. It is part of the Miss Marple series and presents a classic Christie-style puzzle with multiple twists, red herrings, and a complex web of motives. The story begins with the mysterious death of Rex Fortescue, a wealthy businessman, who is poisoned while in his office. His death is peculiar because a pocket full of rye is found in his pocket, and this serves as the first clue in a puzzling sequence of events. As the investigation progresses, it becomes clear that Rex’s death is connected to a much larger, more complicated story involving his family members and their motives. Inspector Craddock is the main detective working on the case but often relies on Miss Marple’s keen insight to solve the puzzle. Miss Marple serves as the voice of reason and wisdom in the story. A Pocket Full of Rye received positive reviews for its intricate plotting and the brilliance of Miss Marple.