Overview
A Gift-Worthy Edition of Agatha Christie’s First Mystery—Beautifully Bound in Hardcover to Last a Lifetime
Agatha Christie's The Mysterious Affair at Styles marks the first appearance of the legendary protagonist Hercule Poirot, the meticulous Belgian detective with a razor-sharp mind and unforgettable mustache, as he investigates the baffling murder of wealthy heiress in an English country manor.
Set in a quiet English countryside estate during the turmoil of World War I, this classic mystery unfolds when the wealthy and recently remarried Emily Inglethorp is found poisoned in her locked bedroom. With a house full of potential suspects—including jealous heirs, a secretive new husband, and a host of hidden motives—only Poirot can untangle the web of deceit and uncover the truth. When Poirot teams up with his old friend Captain Hastings to unravel the clues, readers are pulled into a masterfully constructed plot filled with red herrings, cryptic conversations, a mysterious will, and a shattered coffee cup that could hold the key to everything. As Poirot unravels a tangle of secrets, lies, and betrayals, readers will be reminded why Christie remains one of the world's bestselling novelists.
With its atmospheric setting, cleverly planted clues, and unforgettable cast of characters, this stunning keepsake edition brings Christie’s timeless debut to life in a format worthy of its literary significance. The durable binding, high-quality paper, and dramatic cover design make it a standout piece in any personal library and an ideal gift for mystery lovers, collectors, Christie fans, and lovers of classic literature. Whether you're a longtime Christie devotee or a newcomer to her work, this edition offers a captivating reading experience that captures the essence of the Golden Age of detective fiction.
Agatha Christie's The Mysterious Affair at Styles marks the first appearance of the legendary protagonist Hercule Poirot, the meticulous Belgian detective with a razor-sharp mind and unforgettable mustache, as he investigates the baffling murder of wealthy heiress in an English country manor.
Set in a quiet English countryside estate during the turmoil of World War I, this classic mystery unfolds when the wealthy and recently remarried Emily Inglethorp is found poisoned in her locked bedroom. With a house full of potential suspects—including jealous heirs, a secretive new husband, and a host of hidden motives—only Poirot can untangle the web of deceit and uncover the truth. When Poirot teams up with his old friend Captain Hastings to unravel the clues, readers are pulled into a masterfully constructed plot filled with red herrings, cryptic conversations, a mysterious will, and a shattered coffee cup that could hold the key to everything. As Poirot unravels a tangle of secrets, lies, and betrayals, readers will be reminded why Christie remains one of the world's bestselling novelists.
With its atmospheric setting, cleverly planted clues, and unforgettable cast of characters, this stunning keepsake edition brings Christie’s timeless debut to life in a format worthy of its literary significance. The durable binding, high-quality paper, and dramatic cover design make it a standout piece in any personal library and an ideal gift for mystery lovers, collectors, Christie fans, and lovers of classic literature. Whether you're a longtime Christie devotee or a newcomer to her work, this edition offers a captivating reading experience that captures the essence of the Golden Age of detective fiction.
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