A review by constantine2020
The Christie Affair by Nina de Gramont

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

3.5

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ ½
Genre: Historical Fiction

This is historical fiction with mystery elements. The story takes place in the year 1926 when the author Agatha Christie disappeared for eleven days. This is the story of what made her disappear and all the reasons behind it. Her husband Archie Christie has informed her that he loves someone else and that he wants a divorce. Agatha was devastated by that and had to do something to save her marriage. 

I’m a huge fan of Agatha Christie’s books so when I saw The Chrisite’s Affair I added it to my TBR. I liked the story and was intrigued by the premise a lot but unfortunately, this was majorly narrated by the other woman, Nan. It was more about her perspective than Agatha’s. I came for Agatha and most of what I got was about Nan. I didn’t like her perspective a lot. She was painting a picture of Agatha that felt like coming out of jealousy rather than truthness. This is honestly how I felt. At some point in the book, the shift in perspective confused me a bit, especially because during her hiding Agatha uses the same surname as Nan. So that might cause a mixup of POVs to readers. 

Overall, this was an entertaining reading experience. Christie fans might be somehow disappointed because they are reading this book due to her name. However, the intriguing storyline and the few surprises will make it a pleasurable reading for you. 

Many thanks to the publisher St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for providing me with an advance reader copy of this book. 
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