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The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie

15 reviews

kimveach's review against another edition

mysterious reflective fast-paced

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

5.0

I've known about this book for years, but I have finally read it.  Even though I knew the ending, it was wonderful to see it all play out.  The dedication is particularly remarkable, especially after you've finished the book.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Suicidal thoughts, Death, Toxic friendship, Addiction, Drug abuse, Medical content, Blood, Murder, Suicide, Gaslighting, Classism, Drug use, Medical trauma, and Violence

hannahcstocks's review against another edition

adventurous dark lighthearted 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? It's complicated

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Classism, Death, Drug use, Injury/Injury detail, Self harm, Toxic friendship, Gaslighting, Drug abuse, Medical content, Grief, Suicide, Murder, and Violence

Minor: Animal death, Forced institutionalization, Animal cruelty, and Blood

drippingchiffon's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark mysterious tense medium-paced

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

5.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Misogyny, Suicide, Violence, Drug abuse, Death, Murder, and Sexism

Minor: Antisemitism and Classism

sav_22's review against another edition

adventurous challenging mysterious medium-paced

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

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Classism, Sexism, Blood, Alcohol, Murder, Mental illness, Death, Stalking, Gaslighting, and Death of parent

Moderate: Toxic relationship and Misogyny

ansatejones's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark mysterious medium-paced

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

5.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Murder, Suicide, and Death

Minor: Violence, Antisemitism, Mental illness, Classism, Addiction, Drug abuse, Xenophobia, Sexism, Racism, Cultural appropriation, and Drug use

marialilypotter's review against another edition

adventurous challenging funny informative mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

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

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Murder and Suicide

Moderate: Classism

emeraldsanto's review against another edition

adventurous mysterious reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie is a classic whodunit that showcases the author's mastery of the mystery genre. Set in a quiet English village, the story unfolds after the murder of the wealthy and enigmatic Roger Ackroyd. The narrative is presented from the perspective of Dr. James Sheppard, a reliable and observant narrator who becomes intricately involved in the investigation.

One of the notable strengths of this novel is its construction. Agatha Christie weaves a carefully crafted plot, full of intricate details and red herrings that keep readers guessing until the very end. The pacing is deliberate, allowing the suspense to build gradually, and the twists and turns are cleverly executed. Christie's attention to detail is commendable, and her ability to create a closed-circle mystery in a seemingly idyllic setting is truly remarkable.

However, I did not find the book as exciting as I had hoped. While the story is well-constructed, some readers may find the pacing a bit slow at times, especially if they are seeking a more action-packed or adrenaline-fueled thriller. The murder investigation primarily unfolds through conversations and interviews, which may not offer the same level of excitement as more dynamic plot developments.

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Death of parent, Addiction, Classism, Drug abuse, Death, Medical content, Drug use, Murder, and Suicide

bringmybooks's review against another edition

challenging funny mysterious tense fast-paced

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

5.0

I love Agatha Christie, and I really really liked this book - but even though it gets 5 stars from me (I really did like it!!), I also feel just the slightest bit let down.

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I think this is a result of being told for years upon years upon years upon years that this is the best mystery novel ever written, that it is Christie at her penultimate, that this book is the absolute bedrock upon which so many others have followed. 

It was rather a weird way to feel upon finishing, because I genuinely loved it (also, this was my first Poirot!) and I thought the last two pages were BRILLIANT - but I was also left with a bit of, “Yeah, I mean, that was wild but … also?” 

It definitely makes me want to read up more on the history of these sorts of novels and just how much of an impact Roger Ackroyd made on other books that followed because I would really like to better understand the cultural impact. 

OKAY BUT - all of that being said: Should you read it? YES. 

If you want to read this so that you can cross it off your list, I think a library borrow would be totally reasonable.

However, if you’re planning on reading more than just this one in the Poirot series, buy it so that all of your editions match and are beautiful!

(I’m looking at the Vintage reprints myself: ISBN 9780593466360 for TMORA).

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Addiction, Death, Suicide, Classism, Drug abuse, Drug use, Misogyny, and Murder

Minor: Antisemitism

singalana's review against another edition

mysterious reflective relaxing medium-paced

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

3.75

 Roger Ackroydin murhaa pidetään yhtenä Christien parhaista kirjoista, enkä yhtään ihmettele miksi. Teos on salapoliisiromaani, jossa eläköitynyt Hercule Poirot kutsutaan tutkimaan Roger Ackroydin murhaa. Teosta epäillään niin Ackroydin sukulaisia kuin palvelijoitakin ja juttua sekoittaa monen monituista omituista seikkaa. Christien luomilla hahmoilla on kaikilla omat persoonallisuudenpiirteensä, omituisuutensa sekä salaisuutensa. Päärooleissa on tohtori Sheppard (kertoja), hänen siskonsa Caroline, sekä tietysti itse suuri Hercule Poirot.

Agatha Christie on mestari punomaan kertomuksia, joissa kaikki ovat epäilyksen alaisia, ja kun loppuratkaisun aika koittaa, lukija saa huomata, että vihjeet olivat hänen nenänsä edessä koko ajan! Teksti on vetävää ja salaisuuksien vyyhti purkautuu, koukuttaen lukijan tehokkaasti.

Roger Ackroydin murha on taattua Agatha Christie-laatua salapoliisikertomusten ystäville. 

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Content Warnings

Minor: Addiction, Colonisation, Suicide, Blood, Classism, Murder, Alcohol, and Death

fraise's review against another edition

mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

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

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Murder and Suicidal thoughts

Moderate: Blood, Sexism, Classism, Suicide, Addiction, Death of parent, Drug abuse, and Grief

Minor: Infidelity, Animal death, Alcohol, Blood, and Medical content