Originally to be authored by Nigel Tappin, this book was taken over by Vicki Cameron - a Canadian mystery writer.
The style of writing in this series is vastly different from those before. Whereas the previous series contained differing mysteries to solve in each chapter (thefts, forgeries, etc.) this book uses the same crime in every chapter - who killed Mr. Boddy? While this concept may be disappointing for those looking for a bit of variety, the blame must fall upon Hasbro. In an email to this site owner, Vicki Cameron writes, "The point of repeatedly killing Mr. Boddy was so the book reflected the game, in which Mr. Boddy is killed every time you play. Thus I was
restricted to the 6 characters, 6 weapons and 9 rooms, with no police, no butler, no forensics, nothing but what appears on the game board." Ms. Cameron produces a nice work given these very limiting parameters.
Unfortunately, this book's artwork does not take advantage of the great 2003 boardgame edition likenesses, as they are quite a bit more appealing then the ones shown on the cover.
Author: Vicki Cameron
ISBN: 0762412089
Format: Paperback, 223 pages
Pub. Date: February, 2003
Publisher: Running Press
The Chapters:
An Invitation to Tudor Hall - Introduction; Mr. Boddy is planning his thirtieth birthday at which time he will inherit his estate. He invites his six colorful friends...
Carte Blanche - Mr. Boddy is killed with the Revolver in the Library
Mustard's Pickle - Mr. Boddy is killed with the Revolver in the Library
Scarlet in the Abstract - Mr. Boddy is killed with the Candlestick in the Study
To Be Continued - Mr. Boddy is killed with the Knife in the Study
A Feather in Every Cap - Mr. Boddy is killed with the Rope in the Ballroom
A Whiter Shade of Blue - Mr. Boddy is killed with the Wrench in the Billiard Room
Puce Versus Nether Wallop - Mr. Boddy is killed with the Candlestick in the Dining Room
Sparkle and Plenty - Mr. Boddy is killed with the Rope in the Ballroom
Mrs. Peacock's Pen - Mr. Boddy is killed with the Wrench in the Study
The Charteruse Trust - Mr. Boddy is killed with the Knife in the Kitchen
Clocked - Mr. Boddy is killed with the Lead Pipe in the Lounge
The Rock of Ages - Mr. Boddy is killed with the Knife in the Conservatory
The Wheels of Coffee Grind Slow - Mr. Boddy is killed with the Lead Pipe in the Conservatory
The Water Suite - Mr. Boddy is killed with the Wrench in the Kitchen
One Tin Soldier - Mr. Boddy is killed with the Knife in the Billiard Room
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