New Releases by Agatha Christie

"The Seven Dials Mystery" by Agatha Christie is a thrilling mystery novel that showcases the author''s exceptional talent for crafting intricate plots and engaging characters. First published in 1929, the story is a sequel to Christie''s earlier work, "The Secret of Chimneys," and features the charming and resourceful character, Bundle Brent. Set in the glamorous backdrop of the 1920s, the novel combines elements of intrigue, humor, and suspense, making it a captivating read for mystery enthusiasts. The story begins with Bundle Brent returning to her family’s estate, Chimneys, where she is invited to a party hosted by Sir Oswald Coote. The atmosphere is lively and festive, but the merriment is abruptly interrupted when a young man is found dead in a locked room. The victim, a member of the secretive society known as the Seven Dials, is discovered with a mysterious note that hints at a larger conspiracy. Bundle, intrigued by the circumstances surrounding the death, decides to take matters into her own hands and investigate the mystery herself. As Bundle delves deeper into the case, she uncovers a web of deceit involving the Seven Dials society. This clandestine group is rumored to be involved in various illicit activities, and their connection to the murder raises the stakes significantly. With her keen intuition and determination, Bundle navigates a labyrinth of clues, red herrings, and suspicious characters. The novel’s title, "The Seven Dials," refers to the various directions from which the characters and motives intersect, creating a complex and engaging narrative. Throughout the investigation, Bundle is joined by a cast of colorful characters, each with their own secrets and motives. Agatha Christie skillfully develops these characters, providing readers with a rich tapestry of personalities that add depth to the story. The interactions among Bundle and her companions reveal their distinct traits and relationships, creating a dynamic atmosphere filled with tension and camaraderie. As they work together to solve the mystery, the bonds between the characters are tested, and their loyalties are questioned. Christie’s writing is characterized by its wit and clever dialogue, which enhances the overall enjoyment of the narrative. The pacing of the novel is brisk, with each chapter revealing new information that propels the story forward. Readers will find themselves eagerly turning the pages as the plot thickens and the mystery unfolds. Christie expertly plants clues throughout the narrative, leading readers on a journey filled with twists and surprises. One of the notable aspects of "The Seven Dials Mystery" is its exploration of themes such as trust, betrayal, and the nature of friendship. As Bundle and her friends confront danger and uncertainty, their relationships become increasingly complicated. The emotional depth of the characters adds a layer of complexity to the narrative, making the stakes feel personal and immediate. This exploration of human connections enriches the story and keeps readers invested in the outcome. In addition to its engaging plot and well-drawn characters, the novel captures the essence of the 1920s, a time of social change and cultural evolution. The setting serves as a backdrop for the unfolding drama, reflecting the tensions and aspirations of the era. Christie''s vivid descriptions bring the world of the Seven Dials to life, immersing readers in the sights and sounds of the time. In conclusion, "The Seven Dials Mystery" is a delightful and suspenseful novel that showcases Agatha Christie''s brilliance as a storyteller. With its intriguing plot, memorable characters, and clever twists, the book remains a classic of the mystery genre. Readers will be captivated by the unfolding drama and will find themselves eagerly turning the pages to discover the truth behind the murder. Whether you are a longtime fan of Agatha Christie or new to her work, "The Seven Dials Mystery" promises an engaging and entertaining reading experience that will leave you guessing until the very last moment. This novel is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a well-crafted mystery filled with intrigue, humor, and unexpected revelations.

In The Man in the Brown Suit Anne Beddingfeld’s chance witnessing of a man being killed in a subway station leads her to become involved in a world of diamond thieves murderers and political intrigue where she and mystery readers meet the incomparable Colonel Race for the first time. A first rate suspenseful mystery thriller. Agatha Christie at her best! “A capital tale — mystery piled on mystery incident on incident.” — Referee “Agatha Christie has written a most entertaining story excellently conceived and executed.” — Morning Post

Immerse yourself in the enigmatic world of Agatha Christie as she introduces the iconic detective Hercule Poirot in this classic mystery novel. Embark on a riveting journey into the world of mystery and intrigue with Agatha Christie''s classic, "The Mysterious Affair at Styles." Immerse yourself in a tale where detective prowess meets a web of secrets, lies, and unforeseen twists that will keep you guessing until the final revelation. As Christie''s ingenious plot unfolds, enter a world where each character harbors secrets, and every clue is a piece of a complex puzzle waiting to be solved. The narrative is a testament to the artistry of mystery writing, where the unexpected becomes the norm. But here''s the question that will ignite your curiosity: Can you decipher the clues before Hercule Poirot unravels the mystery? Christie''s storytelling challenges you to become a detective alongside the renowned Belgian sleuth, immersing you in a world of deduction and suspense. Explore the intricacies of this classic whodunit, where every page is a step closer to revealing the truth. The characters, the setting, and the plot intertwine seamlessly, creating an immersive experience that captivates the imagination. Are you ready to put on your detective hat and venture into the enigmatic world of "The Mysterious Affair at Styles"? The game is afoot! Engage with succinct, suspenseful paragraphs that guide you through the twists and turns of the mystery. Christie''s narrative invites you to participate in the investigation, challenging your deductive skills and keeping you hooked until the final revelation. Don''t miss the opportunity to experience the thrill of a classic mystery. "The Mysterious Affair at Styles" is not just a book; it''s an invitation to unravel the secrets hidden within the pages. Are you up for the challenge? Seize the opportunity to own a piece of literary history. Purchase "The Mysterious Affair at Styles" now, and let the gripping suspense of Christie''s masterpiece transport you to a world where every clue counts.

A Mystery For the Ages! The Murder of Roger Ackroyd is the sixth novel by Agatha Christie and is considered her Magnum Opus; it was voted best crime novel of all time by the British Crime Writers’ Association. Agatha Christie has sold more books than any other author in history. The book opens shortly after the widow Mrs. Ferrars unexpectedly commits suicide. It is suspected that she committed suicide because she was being blackmailed over the manner in which her mean, abusive, alcoholic husband died. Her last action before killing herself was to send a letter to her fiancé Roger Ackroyd, a letter explaining why she could no longer live in her current situation and who is to blame for it. Shortly after receiving the letter Ackroyd is murdered, presumably by Mrs. Ferrars’ mysterious blackmailer. Enter Hercule Poirot, retired investigator and neighbor.

Hercule Poirot is a fictional Belgian detective created by British writer Agatha Christie. Poirot is one of Christie''s most famous and long-running characters, appearing in 33 novels, two plays and more than 50 short stories. The Poirot books take readers through the whole of his life in England, from the first book (The Mysterious Affair at Styles), where he is a refugee staying at Styles, to the last Poirot book (Curtain), where he visits Styles before his death. Contents: The Murder Of Roger Ackroyd Hercule Poirot. Poirot Investigates The Adventure of the Western Star The Tragedy at Marsdon Manor The Adventure of the Cheap Flat The Mystery of the Hunters Lodge The Million Dollar Bond Robbery The Adventure of the Egyptian Tomb The Jewel Robbery at the Grand Metropolitan The Kidnapped Prime Minister The Disappearance of Mr. Davenheim The Adventure of the Italian Nobleman The Case of the Missing Will Hercule Poirot. Poirot''s Early Cases The Affair at the Victory Ball The Adventure of the Clapham Cook The Cornish Mystery The Adventure of Johnnie Waverly The Double Clue The King of Clubs The LeMesurier Inheritance The Lost Mine The Plymouth Express The Chocolate Box The Submarine Plans The The Veiled Lady Market Basing Mystery

This book edition of "The Murder on the Links" has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. The story takes place in northern France, giving Poirot a hostile competitor from the Paris Sûreté. Poirot''s long memory for past or similar crimes proves useful in resolving the crimes.

Hiring themselves out as "young adventurers willing to do anything" is a smart move for Tommy and Tuppence. All Tuppence has to do is take an all-expenses-paid trip to Paris and pose as someone named Jane Finn. But with the job comes a threat to her life, and the disappearance of her mysterious employer. Now Tuppence''s newest job is playing detective--because if there''s a Jane Finn that really exists, she''s got a secret that''s putting both their lives in danger.

Multi-millionaire Simeon Lee, frail in his old age, unexpectedly invites his family to gather at his home for Christmas. The gesture is met with suspicion by the guests. Simeon is not given to warm family sentiment, and the family are not on good terms, in particular, with the black sheep of the family, Harry. Simeon also searched out his orphaned, Spanish-born granddaughter, Pilar Estravados, to live in his house. None have met their late sister Jennifer''s daughter before; she proves to be delightful. Simeon is intent on playing a cruel game with his family''s emotions. Stephen Farr, a surprise guest, arrives on Christmas Eve. He is the son of Simeon''s former partner in the diamond mines, welcomed warmly by Simeon. Simeon calls his family together that afternoon, to hear him on the telephone with his attorney, saying he wants to update his will after Christmas. This incomplete information stirs up negative feelings among his sons and their wives

THREE BOOKS IN ONE! In one volume, three of Agatha Christie''s early Hercule Poirot books. Included in this volume: The Mysterious Affair at Styles (originally published in 1920) The Murder on the Links (originally published in 1923) Poirot Investigates (originally published in 1924) The Secret Adversary (originally published in 1922) The Man In The Brown Suit (originally published in 1924)

"The Mysterious Affair at Styles is a detective novel by British writer Agatha Christie. It was written in the middle of the First World War, in 1916, and first published by John Lane in the United States in October 1920[1] and in the United Kingdom by The Bodley Head (John Lane''s UK company) on 21 January 1921.[2]Styles was Christie''s first published novel. It introduced Hercule Poirot, Inspector (later, Chief Inspector) Japp, and Arthur Hastings.[3] Poirot, a Belgian refugee of the Great War, is settling in England near the home of Emily Inglethorp, who helped him to his new life. His friend Hastings arrives as a guest at her home. When the woman is killed, Poirot uses his detective skills to solve the mystery."

"The Mysterious Affair at Styles is a detective novel by British writer Agatha Christie. It was written in the middle of the First World War, in 1916, and first published by John Lane in the United States in October 1920[1] and in the United Kingdom by The Bodley Head (John Lane''s UK company) on 21 January 1921.[2]Styles was Christie''s first published novel. It introduced Hercule Poirot, Inspector (later, Chief Inspector) Japp, and Arthur Hastings.[3] Poirot, a Belgian refugee of the Great War, is settling in England near the home of Emily Inglethorp, who helped him to his new life. His friend Hastings arrives as a guest at her home. When the woman is killed, Poirot uses his detective skills to solve the mystery."

The very first collection of superb short stories featuring Hercule Poirot and Captain Hastings... First there was the mystery of the film star and the diamond... then came the ''suicide'' that was murder... the mystery of the absurdly cheap flat... a suspicious death in a locked gun-room... a million dollar bond robbery... the curse of a pharaoh''s tomb... a jewel robbery by the sea... the abduction of a Prime Minister... the disappearance of a banker... a phone call from a dying man... and, finally, the mystery of the missing will. What links these fascinating cases? Only the brilliant deductive powers of Hercule Poirot! 1. The Adventure of The Western Star 2. The Tragedy at Marsdon Manor 3. The Adventure of The Cheap Flat 4. The Mystery of Hunter''s Lodge 5. The Million Dollar Bond Robbery 6. The Adventure of The Egyptian Tomb 7. The Jewel Robbery at The Grand Metropolitan 8. The Kidnapped Prime Minister 9. The Disappearance of Mr. Davenheim 10. The Adventure of The Italian Nobleman 11. The Case of The Missing Will

"If you''re one of the few who haven''t experienced the genius of Agatha Christie, this novel is a stellar starting point." - DAVID BALDACCI, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author An exclusive authorized edition of the most famous and beloved stories from the Queen of Mystery. Ten people, each with something to hide and something to fear, are invited to an isolated mansion on Indian Island by a host who, surprisingly, fails to appear. On the island they are cut off from everything but each other and the inescapable shadows of their own past lives. One by one, the guests share the darkest secrets of their wicked pasts. And one by one, they die... Which among them is the killer and will any of them survive? "Agatha Christie is the gateway drug to crime fiction both for readers and for writers. . . . Just one book is never enough." - VAL MCDERMID, Internationally Bestselling Author

"The Secret Adversary is the second published detective fiction novel by British writer Agatha Christie, first published in January 1922 in the United Kingdom by The Bodley Head[1] and in the United States by Dodd, Mead and Company later in that same year.[2][3] The UK edition retailed at seven shillings and sixpence (7/6)[1] and the US edition at $1.75.[3]The book introduces the characters of Tommy and Tuppence who feature in three other Christie novels and one collection of short stories; the five Tommy and Tuppence books span Agatha Christie''s writing career. The Great War is over, and jobs are scarce. Childhood friends Tommy Beresford and Prudence ""Tuppence"" Cowley meet and agree to start their own business as The Young Adventurers. They are hired for a job that leads them both to many dangerous situations, meeting allies as well, including an American millionaire in search of his cousin."

Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. The luxurious train is surprisingly full for the time of the year, but by the morning it is one passenger fewer. An American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, stabbed a dozen times, his door locked from the inside. Isolated and with a killer in their midst, detective Hercule Poirot must identify the murderer – in case he or she decides to strike again.

"Two people rarely see the same thing." ― Agatha Christie, The Murder on the Links Experienced Belgian detective, Hercules Poirot is called in to a client but when he arrives is given notice of the man''s death earlier that day. The victim lay face down in a grave located within a golf course. He was wearing his son''s overcoat and a love letter within. Cause of death, a letter opener. Soon Poirot''s case is flipped over by the discovery of another identical corpse.

Tommy and Tuppence Beresford are the protagonists of a series of novels and short stories by Agatha Christie, and mark the few ventures that Christie made into espionage tales rather than the whodunits she''s known for. ''The Secret Adversary'' introduces Tommy and Tuppence who feature in three other Christie novels and one collection of short stories; the five Tommy and Tuppence books span Agatha Christie''s writing career. Thomas Beresford and Prudence "Tuppence" Cowley started out as friends in post-World War I Britain. Jobless and penniless, they place an ad in the paper marketing themselves as adventurers, leading to an encounter that starts their career as spies for an unnamed British intelligence agency.

Set in London after World War I, Tommy and Tupperence reunite to open a detective agency and cross paths with some truly dastardly villains. Featuring razor-sharp characterizations and plenty of humor, The Secret Adversary is Agatha Christie -the queen of crime- at her best.

A few weeks after marrying an attractive widow, Gordon Cloade is tragically killed by a bomb blast in the London blitz. Overnight, the former Mrs. Underhay finds herself in sole possession of the Cloade family fortune. Shortly afterward, Hercule Poirot receives a visit from the dead man’s sister-in-law who claims she has been warned by “spirits” that Mrs. Underhay’s first husband is still alive. Poirot has his suspicions when he is asked to find a missing person guided only by the spirit world. Yet what mystifies Poirot most is the woman’s true motive for approaching him.…

One of Agatha Christie’s personal favorites, Endless Night is a critically acclaimed classic crime thriller from the beloved queen of mystery. When penniless Michael Rogers discovers the beautiful house at Gypsy’s Acre and then meets the heiress Ellie, it seems that all his dreams have come true at once. But he ignores an old woman’s warning of an ancient curse, and evil begins to stir in paradise. As Michael soon learns: Gypsy’s Acre is the place where fatal “accidents” happen.

Murder is part of the curriculum at an exclusive school for girls in Agatha Christie’s Cat Among the Pigeons, as the intrepid Poirot sets out to bring a stealthy killer to justice. Late one night, two teachers investigate a mysterious flashing light in the sports pavilion while the rest of the school sleeps. There, among the lacrosse sticks, they stumble upon the body of an unpopular games mistress—shot through the heart point-blank. The school is thrown into chaos when the “cat” strikes again. Unfortunately, schoolgirl Julia Upjohn knows too much. In particular, she knows that without Hercule Poirot’s help, she will be the next victim.…

The book introduces the characters of Tommy and Tuppence who feature in three other Christie novels and one collection of short stories; the five Tommy and Tuppence books span Agatha Christie''s writing career.

A chilling message is delivered to the six figures participating in a seance in a remote house in the middle of Dartmoor. Tension rises as the spirits spell out a chilling message.

What Is The Connection Between A Failed Suicide Attempt, A Wrongful Accusation Of Theft Against A Schoolgirl, And The Romantic Life Of A Famous Tennis Player? To The Casual Observer, Apparently Nothing. But When A Houseparty Gathers At Gull S Point, The Seaside Home Of An Elderly Widow, Earlier Events Come To A Dramatic Head. It S All Part Of A Carefully Paid Plan For Murder&

Miss Marple senses danger when she visits a friend living in a Victorian mansion which doubles as a rehabilitiation centre for delinquents. Her fears are confirmed when a youth fires a revolver at the administrator, Lewis Serrocold. Neither is injured. But a mysterious visitor, Mr Gilbrandsen, is less fortunate - shot dead simultaneously in another part of the building. Pure coincidence? Miss Marple thinks not, and vows to discover the real reason for Mr Gilbrandsen''s visit.

Volume 48 in the Agatha Christie Collection (1949) Limited edition of 1000 copies worldwide The Leonides were one big happy family living in a sprawling, ramshackle mansion. That was until the head of the household, Aristide, was murdered with a fatal barbiturate injection. Suspicion naturally falls on the old man''s young widow, fifty years his junior. But the murderer has reckoned without the tenacity of Charles Hayward, fiance of the late millionare''s granddaughter...

In Heroes, Peter C. Newman gives us incisive analysis of dozens of Canadians, past and present, who have defined this country, drawing on fifty years of writing. He writes about iconic Canadians such as Terry Fox, Margaret Atwood and June Callwood. From the political ring, he discusses the legacies of Pierre Trudeau, Christina McCall and Lester B. Pearson, among others. And from the world of business, Newman includes some of the most active entrepreneurs on the planet, including Jimmy Pattison and Paul Desmarais. The grand literary master at the top of his game shares the inside stories of these pivotal characters whose lives and times set examples for all of us.

While recovering from amnesia, Dr. Arthur Calgary realizes he could have provided an alibi in a scandalous murder trial that ends with the conviction of Jacko Argyle. The victim was Jacko''s mother, and to make matters worse, Jacko dies in prison. But the young man''s innocence means someone else killed the Argyle matriarch--and this person will certainly kill again to remain in the shadows. (May) Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

"I have arrived", said the note. Louise Leidner claimed the writer had followed her halfway around the world and was now coming to kill her. But the others on the dig in Iraq thought the archeologist''s wife was suffering from hysteria ... until she was found bludgeoned in her bedroom.