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The Jewel Robbery at the Grand Metropolitan: a Hercule Poirot Short Story by Agatha Christie, Agatha Christie

cariryan's review against another edition

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mysterious fast-paced

3.75

An interesting fast mystery but not murder mystery which is a nice switch up! I was curious as to what Poirot was up to in this story but it all came together in the end

yelandi's review against another edition

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mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No

3.0

kevi_wan's review against another edition

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

3.0

bookdragon_jess's review against another edition

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mysterious fast-paced

3.5

ahhaitme's review against another edition

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

4.0

chickienuggies's review against another edition

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3.0

3.5*

Fun little mystery, definitely feel Knives Out vibes from this. Probably not Christie's best work, but still something short and enjoyable to read.

aoosterwyk's review against another edition

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3.0

An entertaining and quick read. My first Poirot.

pennypiper's review against another edition

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lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.25

alicevoyager's review

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mysterious fast-paced

3.0

lara1977's review against another edition

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5.0

Enjoyable and well paced. It seems Poirot can’t escape crime even for a weekend. A chance encounter in a hotel lobby with a couple Hastings knows pulls Poirot into a case of a stolen necklace. The “how” this crime was accomplished is the most puzzling aspect, and when it is revealed it all seems so simple. If only to have Poirot’s little grey cells”. I enjoyed the friendship between Hastings and Poirot being highlighted in this story. I love the idea of Hastings treating Poirot to a relaxing weekend, and Poirot returning the favor when the weekend gets derailed by a case.