"A Murder is Announced" is a detective novel written by Agatha Christie, first published in 1950. The story is part of her Miss Marple series and features the shrewd amateur detective, Miss Jane Marple. The plot revolves around a seemingly innocuous newspaper announcement that predicts a murder to occur at a specific time and place, inviting neighbors and friends to attend. When the appointed hour arrives, a murder does indeed take place, and Miss Marple is drawn into the investigation. The book is known for its clever plot twists, intricate character development, and the classic Agatha Christie style of mystery writing. As Miss Marple uses her sharp wit and keen observational skills, she unravels the secrets and motives behind the murder, leading to a surprising and satisfying conclusion. "A Murder is Announced" is a classic example of Agatha Christie’s mastery in the art of creating captivating and suspenseful whodunit mysteries.