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lisas_library_factory's review against another edition
5.0
I have become a great Agatha Christie fan in the past couple of months. I really love the 1960s Miss Marple movies and thus wanted to read the original plot of 4.50 from Paddington. As the film is only loosely based on the book, I found it interesting and thrilling to read, even though I knew, who the murderer was. It had quite some turns here and there and was truly a page turner. A lovely, classical murder mystery, I can highly recommend!
mrdarcysgirl's review against another edition
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
rebecanunez's review against another edition
4.0
"4.50 from Paddington" de Agatha Christie es otra joya en el género del misterio que demuestra la maestría de la autora en la creación de tramas intrigantes y personajes cautivadores. La trama se desarrolla con la enigmática desaparición de una mujer en un tren que viaja desde Paddington, dando inicio a un caso que desafiará las habilidades del detective aficionado, Miss Marple.
La historia cobra vida con la astucia y perspicacia única de Miss Marple, una anciana observadora y perspicaz que, a pesar de su aparente fragilidad, posee una mente aguda capaz de desentrañar los misterios más oscuros. Cuando la señora McGillicuddy presencia un asesinato desde la ventana de su tren, la trama se complica con intrigas y conspiraciones.
Christie utiliza su talento para crear un elenco diverso de personajes, cada uno con motivaciones ocultas y secretos. Los giros y vueltas en la narrativa mantienen a los lectores en vilo, y la intriga se intensifica a medida que se revelan las conexiones entre los personajes y sus acciones.
El escenario de la Inglaterra rural y la ambientación del tren añaden un encanto distintivo a la historia. La autora transporta a los lectores a un mundo de elegancia y misterio, donde las pistas se entrelazan con la vida cotidiana de una manera magistral.
La narrativa fluida y el ingenio de Christie en la construcción de enigmas hacen que "4.50 from Paddington" sea una lectura fascinante. La combinación de un misterio intrigante, personajes inolvidables y el ingenio de Miss Marple establece este libro como otro triunfo en la prolífica carrera de Agatha Christie.
En resumen, "4.50 from Paddington" es un viaje emocionante a través de los raíles del misterio, lleno de suspense, giros y la genialidad característica de Agatha Christie. Los amantes del misterio clásico encontrarán en esta obra otra razón para admirar el talento inigualable de la "Reina del Crimen".
La historia cobra vida con la astucia y perspicacia única de Miss Marple, una anciana observadora y perspicaz que, a pesar de su aparente fragilidad, posee una mente aguda capaz de desentrañar los misterios más oscuros. Cuando la señora McGillicuddy presencia un asesinato desde la ventana de su tren, la trama se complica con intrigas y conspiraciones.
Christie utiliza su talento para crear un elenco diverso de personajes, cada uno con motivaciones ocultas y secretos. Los giros y vueltas en la narrativa mantienen a los lectores en vilo, y la intriga se intensifica a medida que se revelan las conexiones entre los personajes y sus acciones.
El escenario de la Inglaterra rural y la ambientación del tren añaden un encanto distintivo a la historia. La autora transporta a los lectores a un mundo de elegancia y misterio, donde las pistas se entrelazan con la vida cotidiana de una manera magistral.
La narrativa fluida y el ingenio de Christie en la construcción de enigmas hacen que "4.50 from Paddington" sea una lectura fascinante. La combinación de un misterio intrigante, personajes inolvidables y el ingenio de Miss Marple establece este libro como otro triunfo en la prolífica carrera de Agatha Christie.
En resumen, "4.50 from Paddington" es un viaje emocionante a través de los raíles del misterio, lleno de suspense, giros y la genialidad característica de Agatha Christie. Los amantes del misterio clásico encontrarán en esta obra otra razón para admirar el talento inigualable de la "Reina del Crimen".
book_concierge's review against another edition
3.0
Audiobook performed by Joan Hickson
3.5**
Originally published in the United States as: What Mrs McGillicuddy Saw. The story begins when Mrs McGillicuddy witnessed a murder on a passing train. She reports it to the authorities, but as there has been no body found, and no woman reported missing, they dismiss her story as active imagination. But her friend Miss Jane Marple knows that Mrs McGillicuddy did not invent the story, and she is determined to solve the mystery.
This is a great cozy mystery, featuring a fine cast of suspects and amateur sleuths. Miss Marple employs the assistance of the very capable Lucy Eyelesbarrow, a young woman who is smart and steadfast. Together, they are a force to be reckoned with. Having deduced that the body must have been thrown from the train in the neighbor of Rutherford Hall, Miss Marple sends her to fill an open position at the Crackenthorpe’s estate. Lucy becomes Miss Marple’s legs, eyes and ears, gaining entrance where Miss Marple cannot, and reporting back on what she’s observed. She also attracts more than one suitor…. but nevermind about that.
Joan Hickson - the marvelous actress who played Miss Marple in the television series – is absolutely pitch perfect narrating the audio book. 5 stars for her performance. Brava!
3.5**
Originally published in the United States as: What Mrs McGillicuddy Saw. The story begins when Mrs McGillicuddy witnessed a murder on a passing train. She reports it to the authorities, but as there has been no body found, and no woman reported missing, they dismiss her story as active imagination. But her friend Miss Jane Marple knows that Mrs McGillicuddy did not invent the story, and she is determined to solve the mystery.
This is a great cozy mystery, featuring a fine cast of suspects and amateur sleuths. Miss Marple employs the assistance of the very capable Lucy Eyelesbarrow, a young woman who is smart and steadfast. Together, they are a force to be reckoned with. Having deduced that the body must have been thrown from the train in the neighbor of Rutherford Hall, Miss Marple sends her to fill an open position at the Crackenthorpe’s estate. Lucy becomes Miss Marple’s legs, eyes and ears, gaining entrance where Miss Marple cannot, and reporting back on what she’s observed. She also attracts more than one suitor…. but nevermind about that.
Joan Hickson - the marvelous actress who played Miss Marple in the television series – is absolutely pitch perfect narrating the audio book. 5 stars for her performance. Brava!
collegiate_assessor_kovalyov's review
3.0
My first Christie (finally)!
This was a lot of fun and I will definitely be reading more.
This was a lot of fun and I will definitely be reading more.
polpoletus's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
rach149's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5