The Seven Dials Mystery

by Agatha Christie

A timeless Agatha Christie classic that blends light-hearted British charm with a gripping tale of murder and espionage. 

The basis of the 2026 Netflix mini-series Seven Dials .

Part of new handsome and affordbale series of Agatha Christie hardcover editions.

Set in the elegant backdrop of Chimneys, a grand English estate, what begins as a playful prank among friends quickly turns deadly when one of the guests, Gerry Wade, is found dead under mysterious circumstances. When a second death follows, Lady Eileen “Bundle” Brent, a spirited and sharp-witted amateur sleuth, takes it upon herself to uncover the truth. 

As Bundle investigates, she is drawn into the shadowy world of “The Seven Dials,” a covert group with dangerous secrets and political stakes. With the help of familiar characters—like Superintendent Battle, and a cast of eccentric aristocrats and cunning adversaries—the plot unfolds with vintage Christie flair, mixing humor, danger, and a touch of romance in perfect measure.

First published in 1929, The Seven Dials Mystery offers readers an unforgettable blend of country house mystery and secret society intrigue. With its richly drawn char­acters, masterful storytelling, witty dialogue, and clever plot twists, this classic mystery novel showcases Christie’s unmatched ability to build suspense and surprise. Whether you’re a longtime devotee or discovering her for the first time, this timeless classic offers a satisfying, suspenseful journey that proves why Christie endures as one of the most beloved voices in literature.

198 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 6, 2026

About the author

Agatha Christie also wrote romance novels under the pseudonym Mary Westmacott, and was occasionally published under the name Agatha Christie Mallowan.

Dame Agatha Mary Clarissa Christie, Lady Mallowan, DBE (née Miller) was an English writer known for her 66 detective novels and 14 short story collections, particularly those revolving around fictional detectives Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple. She also wrote the world's longest-running play, the murder mystery The Mousetrap, which has been performed in the West End of London since 1952. A writer during the "Golden Age of Detective Fiction", Christie has been called the "Queen of Crime". She also wrote six novels under the pseudonym Mary Westmacott. In 1971, she was made a Dame (DBE) by Queen Elizabeth II for her contributions to literature. Guinness World Records lists Christie as the best-selling fiction writer of all time, her novels having sold more than two billion copies.

This best-selling author of all time wrote 66 crime novels and story collections, fourteen plays, and six novels under a pseudonym in romance. Her books sold more than a billion copies in the English language and a billion in translation. According to Index Translationum, people translated her works into 103 languages at least, the most for an individual author. Of the most enduring figures in crime literature, she created Hercule Poirot and Miss Jane Marple. She atuhored The Mousetrap, the longest-running play in the history of modern theater.

Associated Names:
Agata Christie
Agata Kristi
Агата Кристи (Russian)
Агата Крісті (Ukrainian)
Αγκάθα Κρίστι (Greek)
アガサ クリスティ (Japanese)
阿嘉莎·克莉絲蒂 (Chinese)

Reviews

[Susan · Rating 2 out of 5]

Honestly, this one had a little too much farce.