When a wealthy American is found stabbed aboard the luxurious Orient Express, detective Hercule Poirot must unravel the mystery before the train reaches its destination. With a snowdrift trapping the passengers, Poirot interviews a cast of suspects, each with a motive and a secret. Christie masterfully constructs a locked-room mystery with an ingenious twist that redefined the genre. Set against a glamorous backdrop, this classic detective novel explores justice, morality, and revenge, cementing Christie’s reputation as the queen of crime fiction.
About Hercule Poirot Series
Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot series features the meticulous and brilliant Belgian detective known for his “little grey cells” and elegant mannerisms. From The Mysterious Affair at Styles to Curtain, Poirot solves complex murders with logic, psychology, and flair. The series spans over 30 novels and many short stories, showcasing varied settings—from English country estates to luxury trains and exotic locales. Poirot’s sharp intellect, eccentricities, and moral compass made him one of fiction’s most enduring detectives. Christie’s clever plotting, red herrings, and twist endings have made the series a gold standard for classic whodunits and detective fiction worldwide.
About Agatha Christie
An English crime novelist, short story writer, and playwright, widely considered the "Queen of Crime" and the best-selling fiction writer of all time. Her ingenious plots, iconic detectives (Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple), and masterful use of red herrings and twists have captivated generations of readers. Christie's enduring legacy lies in her unparalleled contribution to the Golden Age of Detective Fiction.
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