The Christmas Guest Who Stayed Too Long | A Miss Marple Tale

A chilling Miss Marple mystery set during the lingering hush after Christmas in St Mary Mead, where generosity, hospitality, and long-standing kindness conceal an uncomfortable truth. When a quiet guest who arrived “just for the holidays” dies after years of silent gratitude, Miss Marple begins to see how goodwill, when never questioned, can quietly close every door except one.

Told with calm observation and deep emotional restraint, this reflective village mystery explores dependence, obligation, and the danger of kindness that leaves no room for choice. Subtle, humane, and quietly unsettling, it is perfect for listeners who love Miss Marple stories where no cruelty is intended—yet a life is shaped, and ended, by politeness.

Timestamps:
00:00:00 A Spare Room Kept Ready
00:09:26 The Death After Twelfth Night
00:18:15 Pity Offered Without End
00:26:59 Conversations That Circled Back
00:36:19 The Comfort of a Generous Story
00:45:39 When Gratitude Becomes a Rule
00:54:44 The Year That No One Counted
01:04:08 A Kindness That Could Not Be Withdrawn
01:12:18 Miss Marple Names the Mistake
01:23:38 When the House Fell Quiet Again

Disclaimer:
This story is a creative tribute inspired by the unforgettable world of Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple. It is a fan-made work crafted purely for enjoyment and admiration of her timeless mysteries. All original characters, settings, and creations remain the property of their rightful owners. This tale is offered in celebration of Christie’s enduring genius and the lasting charm of her detective storytelling.

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