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"The Man in the Brown Suit" is a detective fiction novel by Agatha Christie, introducing the character Colonel Race. The story follows Anne Beddingfeld, who witnesses a man's death in a London tube station and embarks on an adventure to South Africa after finding a mysterious note. The plot unfolds across various locations, involving murder, espionage, and romance. The novel received mixed reviews upon publication, with some readers hoping for another Hercule Poirot story. The characters include Anne Beddingfeld, Colonel Race, and Harry Rayburn, among others. The book's development was influenced by Christie's real-life experiences during a trip to Southern Africa. It was adapted for television and as a graphic novel. The first edition was published in 1924, and the novel was serialized in magazines. Christie dedicated the book to Major E.A. Belcher, referencing their shared experiences. The novel's dust jacket and publication history also hold significance.