The Hollow
by Agatha Christie

Name: The Hollow
Brand: Agatha Christie
SKU: 9780573702396
Rating: 3.69 (1263 reviews)

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120 minsPresent DayEnsemble CastInterior SetPeriod CostumesBritish Mystery

What readers are saying

Readers generally appreciate the intricate character development and engaging mystery elements in the play. Many highlight Agatha Christie's insightful portrayal of human psychology, even if some feel that Poirot's role is significantly diminished. Overall, the storytelling is well-regarded, though a few note a slow start in the narrative.

Intricate character developmentEngaging and complex storyExcellent psychological insightSlow start in the narrative

Synopsis

An unhappy game of romantic follow-the-leader explodes into murder one weekend at The Hollow, home of Sir Henry and Lucy Angkatell.

Dr. Cristow is at the center of the trouble when his mistress Henrietta, ex-mistress Veronica, and wife Gerda, simultaneously arrive at The Hollow.

Also visiting are Edward (who is in love with Henrietta) and Midge (who loves Edward).

Veronica ardently desires to marry Cristow and succeeds in reopening their affair but is unable to get him to divorce his wife.

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Press Reviews

"Agatha Christie has staged, against her smartest, most hyper-emotional background so far, the shooting of a philandering doctor."
— The Observer

"The Hollow is a ‘who’s going to get it’ that quickly turns into a ‘whodunnit.’ A genuine crowd-pleaser and a worthwhile evening of entertainment."
— The New York Times

"To the end, her listeners stay rapt… The main interest of the play, as a piece of writing, is in the mystery; but Mrs. Christie writes quick, speakable dialogue and, gleefully, her cast keeps us guessing until the dying minutes of the third act."
— The Times

Characters

Character	Gender	Age	Description
Sir Henry Angkatell, K.C.B.	—	—	—
Lady Angkatell	—	—	—
Midge Harvey	—	—	—
Gudgeon	—	—	—
Edward Angkatell	—	—	—
Doris	—	—	—
Gerda Cristow	—	—	—
John Cristow, M.D., F.R.C.P.	—	—	—
Veronica Craye	—	—	—
Inspector Colquhoun, C.I.D.	—	—	—
Detective Sergeant Penny	—	—	—
Henrietta Angkatell	—	—	—