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3.92 AVERAGE
3.92 AVERAGE
3.5/4 stars
The majority of the book is fine, always a pleasure to read a Poirot story, very funny, but the end was nuts and actually super unexpected, which I never really expect in a mystery novel. In my mind, there’s always some cliche twist that’s been done a thousand times, but the twists in these Poirot books are always actually quite unexpected
The majority of the book is fine, always a pleasure to read a Poirot story, very funny, but the end was nuts and actually super unexpected, which I never really expect in a mystery novel. In my mind, there’s always some cliche twist that’s been done a thousand times, but the twists in these Poirot books are always actually quite unexpected
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
These books are so similar to Sherlock Holmes that its frustrating. Everything about Hurcule Poirot and his sidekick just feel like a cheap ripoff of Sherlock and Watson. The actual mysteries are fun and interesting but I wish the characters were a little bit more developed. I'm curious if I'll like the Miss Marple series more.
adventurous
challenging
fast-paced
No de lo más brillante de Agatha Christie, pero ciertamente entretenido.
My all time favourite fictional detective is back, Papa Poirot and his little grey cells! This one was a little different to his usual murder cases as he was trying to solve a murder that hadn’t actually happened yet, although there had been several attempts made already.
I love the relationship that Poirot has with Hastings so enjoyed reading their banter as they worked together, with Poirot, as always, steps ahead. For the first time in ages, I actually predicted something happening in a Christie book!
I love the relationship that Poirot has with Hastings so enjoyed reading their banter as they worked together, with Poirot, as always, steps ahead. For the first time in ages, I actually predicted something happening in a Christie book!
Just as M. Poirot, I was completely in the dark for the bulk of this mystery. Every confused moment was completely worth it, however, I LOVED the ending. Perfection.
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder
Underwhelming and predictable for frequent readers of Poirot; still some fun elements in the middle.