The Times Quick Cryptic Crossword Book 2 : 100 World-Famous Crossword Puzzles

Author: The Times Mind Games, Rogan, Richard

Crosswords

Published on 12 January 2017 by HarperCollins Publishers (Times Books) in the United Kingdom.

Paperback | 240 pages
198 x 134 x 15 | 170g

Challenge yourself at home with word and number puzzles

100 quick cryptic puzzles from The Times adapting the traditional cryptic puzzle for those with a hectic lifestyle and schedule. Ideal for those starting out with cryptic crosswords, and those who'd like to tackle the main puzzle but feel daunted, or who can perhaps only solve a handful of clues.

Appearing Monday to Friday in the puzzle pages of Times2, this crossword has a reduced 13x13 grid size and reduced difficulty too, the intention being to encourage people to take their first steps in tackling cryptic crosswords. And also to cater for those of us who have limited time to devote to our favourite pastime and need a ready-made set of puzzles that is solvable in a short space of time.