Peril at End House (Hercule Poirot, #8)
Peril at End House (Hercule Poirot, #8)
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Cornwall, England • 1930s
2001
Adult
14+ years
Super Short Summary
Agatha Christie's Peril at End House features Hercule Poirot investigating attempts on a young woman’s life at a coastal estate. Through clever deduction and careful scrutiny of suspects, Poirot unravels the mystery surrounding the enigmatic threats, showcasing his expert sleuthing skills.
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Agatha Christie's Peril at End House is lauded for its clever plot and masterful twists, keeping readers engaged with effective suspense. Hercule Poirot's puzzle-solving prowess shines, although some critics find the pace uneven at times. Despite occasional predictability, it remains a classic example of Christie's adept storytelling.
Who Should Read Peril at End House (Hercule Poirot, #8)?
A reader who enjoys Peril at End House by Agatha Christie likely appreciates classic whodunits with intricate plots, clever detectives, and suspenseful twists. Fans of Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes series or Dorothy L. Sayers' Lord Peter Wimsey mysteries will find this book captivating.
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Peril at End House introduced readers to Poirot's passionate love for hot chocolate, a drink he often savored as part of his meticulous routine.
Agatha Christie dedicated Peril at End House to "Cris," a likely nod to her second husband, Max Mallowan, whose Middle Eastern archaeological work she often accompanied him on.
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The novel was first serialized in 1931 before being published as a complete book, allowing fans to experience the mystery in a serialized format typical of the era.
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Novel • Fiction
Cornwall, England • 1930s
2001
Adult
14+ years
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