When a notorious widow dies, old rumours resurface about her killing her husband. When the wealthy benefactor who is providing Poirot with shelter is poisoned, he steps in to find the truth, with the killer most likely to be a member of the victim’s household.Ĭhristie became a literary superstar with the publication of this book. There, he meets his old friend Poirot, a retired Belgian detective who is now a refugee. Why not start at the beginning? It is the middle of World War I, and Hastings is home on leave, staying with friends at their country estate, Styles. They're listed in publication order, not ranked order, and there's the opportunity to choose your favourites at the end too. Here are ten page-turners perfect for celebrating 100 years of the great detective. If you're looking for a compelling Poirot story, then there's no better place to start. Written by Agatha Christie expert Chris Chan
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