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Murder on the Orient Express

(Book #10 in the Hercule Poirot Mysteries series)

Book Overview: Murder on the Orient Express

THE MOST WIDELY READ MYSTERY OF ALL TIME–NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE DIRECTED BY KENNETH BRANAGH AND PRODUCED BY RIDLEY SCOTT!

“The murderer is with us–on the train now . . .”

Just after midnight, the famous Orient Express is stopped in its tracks by a snowdrift. By morning, the millionaire Samuel Edward Ratchett lies dead in his compartment, stabbed a dozen times, his door locked from the inside. Without a shred of doubt, one of his fellow passengers is the murderer.

Isolated by the storm, detective Hercule Poirot must find the killer among a dozen of the dead man’s enemies, before the murderer decides to strike again.

“What more . . . can a mystery addict desire?” — New York Times

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Editorial Reviews

“A brilliantly ingenious story.” — Dorothy L. Sayers, Daily Herald (UK)

“It’s tempting to say that Agatha Christie is a genius and let it go at that, but the world’s had plenty of geniuses. Agatha Christie is something special.” — Lawrence Block, New York Times bestselling author

“[Moves] smoothly and entertainingly to its surprise conclusion.” — Chicago Daily Tribune

“Nothing short of swell. [Christie] is probably the best suspicion scatterer and diverter in the business.” — New York Herald Tribune

“Need it be said–the little grey cells solve once more the seemingly insoluble. Mrs Christie makes an improbable tale very real, and keeps her readers enthralled and guessing to the end.” — Times Literary Supplement (London)

“What more…can a mystery addict desire?” — New York Times

“Agatha Christie’s books are both wonderful crime novels and studies in contrast and duality, and I adore them still. Underestimate them at your peril.” — Louise Penny, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of the Inspector Gamache novels

“Reading a perfectly plotted Agatha Christie is like crunching into a perfect apple: that pure, crisp, absolute satisfaction.” — Tana French, New York Times-bestselling author of the Dublin Murder Squad novels

“Agatha Christie taught me many important lessons about the inner workings of the mystery novel before it ever occurred to me that I might one day be writing mysteries myself.” — Sue Grafton, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of the Kinsey Millhone novels

“Any mystery writer who wants to learn how to plot should spend a few days reading Agatha Christie. She’ll show you everything you want to know.” — Donna Leon, New York Times-bestselling author of the Commissario Brunetti novels

“I always wanted to be Agatha Christie when I grew up. I still do.” — J. A. Jance, New York Times-bestselling author of the Joanna Brady and J. P. Beaumont novels

“Agatha Christie’s indelibly etched characters have entertained millions across the years and a love of her work has brough together generations of readers–a singular achievement for any author and an inspiration to writers across the literary landscape.” — Jacqueline Winspear, New York Times-bestselling author of the Maisie Dobbs novels

About the Author

Agatha Christie

Agatha Christie, revered as the ‘Queen of Crime,’ was an acclaimed British author recognized for her masterful mystery novels. Born on September 15, 1890, in Torquay, England, Christie’s early fondness for storytelling and vivid imagination led to the creation of enduring characters and twist-laden narratives that have captivated millions of readers across the globe. Her literary prowess and impressive canon have cemented her place as one of the most successful crime fiction authors in history.

Best known for creating iconic detective characters such as Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, Christie deployed intricate plots, psychological exploration, and gripping suspense in her works. Throughout her prolific career, she penned 66 detective novels and 14 short story collections, with her books being translated into more than 100 languages. Among her most celebrated writing is ‘The Murder of Roger Ackroyd,’ ‘And Then There Were None,’ and ‘Murder on the Orient Express.’

Christie’s literary contributions were awarded with numerous accolades, including the grand title ‘Dame’ from the Queen of England. She also became the first recipient of the Grand Master Award from the Mystery Writers of America. Her unique storytelling transcended books and left a considerable impact on film, theater, and television, as numerous adaptations of her works have been produced. Agatha Christie passed away on January 12, 1976, leaving behind an influential legacy that perpetually fuels the mystery genre.

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