Murder on the Nile
by Agatha Christie

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Readers have mixed feelings about the play adaptation of Agatha Christie's 'Murder on the Nile.' While many appreciate the engaging mystery and clever plot twists, some criticize the blank pages and incorrect item descriptions. Overall, the adaptation offers a fresh take but might not fully satisfy fans of the original novel. The absence of certain characters has also been noted as a downside by some readers.

Clever mystery with satisfying solution Engaging and fun read Interesting character dynamics Masterful suspense and action Blank pages in the script Incorrect item descriptions Lacks some original characters

Synopsis

Kay Ridgeway has led a charmed life.

Blessed with beauty, enormous wealth and a new husband, she embarks on a honeymoon voyage down the Nile.

Fatal circumstances await when the idyllic surroundings are shattered by a shocking and brutal murder.

Under scrutiny is a multitude of memorable passengers, all with a reason to kill.

The tension and claustrophobia builds, as a shocking and audacious conspiracy is laid bare.

"As slick a vehicle as any theatre company could wish for."

THE NEW YORK TIMES

Publication

Publisher Samuel French
Year 1948
Binding Paperback
Edition First Edition
Pages 104
Place London
Language English
ISBN-13 9780573012983
ISBN-10 0573012989
LCCN 49025216
LCC PR6005.H66 M87
DCC 822/.912

Murder on the Nile is a British mystery play written by Agatha Christie and published by Samuel French in London (1948).

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