Best Selling Books of Agatha Christie
Agatha Christie was an English writer, renowned for her excellent detective novels and short stories that featured two characters, Hercules Poirot and Miss Marple. Christie's works have been adapted into numerous films, TV series, and stage productions, cementing her legacy as the "Queen of Crime." Bookswagon has brought you the best of Agatha in its curated collection of the best Agatha Christie books.
"Murder on the Orient Express": The story has the background of a luxurious Orient Express train travelling from Istanbul to Calais. It talks about Hercule Poirot, a Belgian detective who finds himself on board and however, gets involved in a murder mystery. Samuel Ratchett, an American businessman is found dead in his compartment. As Poirot investigates, he discovers that each passenger is connected to the Victim while the secrets unfold. Eventually, Poirot uncovers the clues and joins the dots to find out the truth. It is one of the classics when it comes to the mystery genre.
"And Then There Were None": The story of “And Then There Were None” talks about ten strangers who want to gain authority over an island and when they reach there, they are accused of crimes they claim they didn't commit. The story takes a turn as they start dying one by one mysteriously and somehow their death resembles a nursery rhyme “ten little soldiers”. Eventually, they realize that the murderer is one of them. The novel stands out for its complicated plot, psychological tension, and unexpected ending. It is considered one of the writer's greatest works and a masterpiece of the mystery genre.
"The Murder of Roger Ackroyd": The story is set in the English village of King's Abbot, where the wealthy widower Roger Ackroyd is found murdered in his study. A fastidious Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot, is called to investigate the case. As Poirot gets to know the backgrounds of the suspects, including family members, friends, and servants, he uncovers secrets, lies, and hidden motives. What makes "The Murder of Roger Ackroyd" stand out is its unconventional storyline. The story is narrated by Dr. James Sheppard, a local doctor who also happens to be a friend of Poirot. He becomes intimately involved in the investigation.
"Death
on the Nile": The story of “Death on the Nile”
revolves around Linnet Ridgeway, who is on a trip to Egypt with her new husband
Simon Doyle. Their vacation is shattered when Linnet is found murdered on board
the steamship Karnak. That is when Poirot comes into the scene as he
investigates suspects while the motives range widely. Poirot delves into the
topics of love, betrayal and revenge intending to uncover the truth.
Ultimately, he comes across several lies, secrets, and hidden motives among the
passengers, including former lovers, family members, and opportunistic fortune
finders. The novel is praised for its complex plot, evocative setting, and
memorable characters, as well as its unexpected twist ending.
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