Murder on the Orient Express: A Hercule Poirot Mystery (Hercule Poirot Mysteries)
by Agatha Christie
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Readers are captivated by the intricate plot and well-developed characters of the classic mystery. Many praise Agatha Christie's skills in weaving a suspenseful narrative that keeps them guessing until the end. The atmospheric setting of the Orient Express adds to the book's charm, creating an engaging reading experience. Overall, it's recognized as a brilliant introduction to Hercule Poirot's adventures for new readers.
Synopsis
“The murderer is with us—on the train now .
.
.”
Just after midnight, the famous Orient Express is stopped in its tracks by a snowdrift.
By morning, the millionaire Samuel Edward Ratchett lies dead in his compartment, stabbed a dozen times, his door locked from the inside.
Without a shred of doubt, one of his fellow passengers is the murderer.
Isolated by the storm, detective Hercule Poirot must find the killer among a dozen of the dead man's enemies, before the murderer decides to strike again.
Includes a photo insert of images from the film!
“What more .
.
.
can a mystery addict desire?”— New York Times
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Murder on the Orient Express: A Hercule Poirot Mystery (Hercule Poirot Mysteries) is a play written by Agatha Christie and published by Samuel French (2017).
Digital editions available on Amazon Kindle.
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