Malice in Miniature: A Dorothy Martin Mystery (Dorothy Martin Mysteries)

Year 1998
Pages 228

Worth buying if: You enjoy character-led mystery series with a returning detective at the center.

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Summary

Malice in Miniature is a Dorothy Martin mystery by Jeanne M. Dams, published by St. Martin’s Press in 1998. This 228-page edition offers a focused classic-mystery read.

Why this book now

A 228-page Dorothy Martin mystery suits a reading moment that calls for a contained, traditional case.

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Jeanne M. Dams brings Dorothy Martin back for a compact mystery in Malice in Miniature.

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Best for readers who...

Good fit if you want...

  • You enjoy character-led mystery series with a returning detective at the center.
  • You prefer a compact mystery over a sprawling, multi-threaded novel.

Maybe skip if...

  • You want a contemporary thriller with a fast, high-stakes pace.
  • You prefer standalone novels without an established series character.
  • You are specifically hunting for the newest framing rather than a backlist perspective.

Mood / Vibe Tags

Classic mystery Series detective Compact read Measured suspense Medium length

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Worth buying if: You enjoy character-led mystery series with a returning detective at the center.

Skip it if: You want a contemporary thriller with a fast, high-stakes pace.

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Reading commitment

Light Short sit-downs

At 228 pages, this is a manageable mystery commitment for a few focused reading sessions.

What stands out here

This record identifies the 1998 St. Martin’s Press edition at 228 pages.

Best way to approach it

Approach it as one entry in the Dorothy Martin Mysteries, giving the recurring detective the attention a series character deserves.

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