Reviews tagging 'Ableism'

A Caribbean Mystery by Agatha Christie

3 reviews

meekumoh's review against another edition

dark funny mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Mixed bag, this book. Biggest strength is that Ms Marple is present through the story. Thank god she is, bc it's never really a fun time when Agatha Christie talks about POC lmao. Surprisingly tame and even-handed look at mental illnesses. 

I knew they weren't going to end up together, but it was fantastic to see someone who believes in Marple's sharp wit and allied with her. I hope he (no spoilers) shows up again. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Ableism

Minor: Colonisation, Racial slurs, Racism, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis

bubblescotch's review against another edition

mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

The story itself is decent, though certainly not Christie’s best. The racism, though? Definitely not the vibe.

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Racism and Murder

Minor: Mental illness, Misogyny, Infidelity, Toxic relationship, Suicide attempt, and Ableism

readingelli's review against another edition

mysterious medium-paced

2.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Racism, Racial slurs, Homophobia, and Ableism