Agatha Christie Lovers discussion

And what are your impressions ?

I'm reading : While the Light Lasts

Fairly interesting collection of short stories,though all of these are not about detective work.

Why Didn't They Ask Evans?

Sparkling Cyanide, a reread as my first reading was so long ago. Feels like I remember the culprit, but not 100% sure. From what I've read so far, the set-up is very interesting and well-written.

ABC Murder and Murder at the Links are up next, both also a reread.

I recently read Sparkling Cyanide,loved it.

Read Why Didn't They Ask Evans,some years ago.
Wasn't too impressed,then.

I just picked up Curtain, Hercule Poirot #42, at a used book store. It says 'Poirot’s final case, a mystery which brings him and Hastings back to Styles where they first solved a crime together.'

Should I hold off on this one until I read the rest of Poirot's books? Does anyone know if it has spoilers for past cases?

Emily Greenleaf wrote: "Michelle wrote: "I just picked up Curtain, Hercule Poirot #42, at a used book store. It says 'Poirot’s final case, a mystery which brings him and Hastings back to Styles where they first solved a c..."

At a minimum you'd want to read Mysterious Affair at Styles, since it takes place in the same location. However, I would recommend reading it as your last Poirot.

Klowey wrote: "Why Didn't They Ask Evans?"

Reading this one for the first time. Its reminding me of a T&T mystery with a pair of bright young things on a caper.

Thanks Tara and Emily. I will hold off for a bit more until I finish the others:)

I'm trying to finish and read AG books I have not yet read. Currently reading The Seven Dials Mystery

It's painful. And I don't get the feeling it's going to get any better.

Not among her best books.

Michelle wrote: "I just picked up Curtain, Hercule Poirot #42, at a used book store. It says 'Poirot’s final case, a mystery which brings him and Hastings back to Styles where they first solved a crime together.'

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I'd read at least a few other Poirot's first. I don't think Curtain has spoilers for previous books, but it wraps up Poirot in a way that I think would make you wish you had gotten to know him a bit first. Curtain is one of my favorite Poirot's but I'm glad I didn't read it first.

Just finished Sparkling Cyanide, wrote a review about it.

The Big Four

Curious to see if it is as bad as all the negative reviews make it sound.

I’m currently reading “The Mystery of the Blue Train”

W wrote: "The Big Four

Curious to see if it is as bad as all the negative reviews make it sound."
I liked it.

Now,reading :
The Listerdale Mystery,short story collection.

Giuls wrote: "I’m currently reading “The Mystery of the Blue Train”"

According to Christie,this was her least favourite among her own books.

W wrote: "Giuls wrote: "I’m currently reading “The Mystery of the Blue Train”"

According to Christie,this was her least favourite among her own books."

Personally I think more to do what was going on in her own life at the time (the break-up of her first marriage) more so than on the merits of the book. I actually really liked it.

Tara wrote: "W wrote: "Giuls wrote: "I’m currently reading “The Mystery of the Blue Train”"

According to Christie,this was her least favourite among her own books."

Personally I think more to do what was goin..."

From what I remember,she wrote in her autobiography that she was not satisfied with the book.

I've started reading The Secret of Chimneys as a part of my exam ending celebration.

I have started reading Poirot Investigates today.

Kanishka wrote: "I have started reading Poirot Investigates today."

Have you read Poirot short stories before? Hope you enjoy this collection!

Currently on my second time through The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, meaning it will be my first read where I know the ending going into it. I'm definitely seeing little hints of the culprit that I missed the first time through. I'm remembering why it's one of my favorites.

rereading By The Pricking of my Thumbs

Just finished "The Hollow" - there's little touches that are different from the tv version (or vice versa I suppose), so it's enjoyable even if you know that one. Interesting plot element - one character is astonished that "holding a job" is something you have to work at. You can't throw the merchandise at disagreeable customers! At least no one asks "What is a weekEND?"!

I'm going to re-read Hickory Dickory Dock.