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Not Dead, Only Resting : A Charles Paris Mystery
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Try this if you want a narrative with stronger immediate hook. Good starting point if you want character-and-plot momentum that lands early. When you prefer lyrical prose, the conversation drives the plot forward.
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Summary
Not Dead, Only Resting : A Charles Paris Mystery by Simon Brett reads like a story-led title whose appeal is likely premise, mood, and momentum. This edition lists 1984 • Simon & Schuster • 176 pages, which gives you a quick sense of scope and pace.
Edition on file: 1984 • Simon & Schuster • 176 pages • ISBN 9780684181936.
Why this book now
A reasonable choice if you like backlist books that still feel specific and usable.
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Reading commitment
Light Short sit-downs
Light commitment. Easy to finish in one or two sittings.
What stands out here
The clearest standout is the story pull. It reads like a title that wins on atmosphere, premise, or forward motion.
Best way to approach it
You will probably get the clearest payoff by reading it in steady forward chunks.
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Expect mood, premise, and forward pull more than pure reference value. That usually makes for a compact read that should get to its point quickly. It also has the feel of a backlist title rather than a brand-new release.
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