Sad Cypress (Hercule Poirot, #21)
by Agatha Christie
Sad Cypress by Agatha Christie holds a well received rating of 3.83 out of 5, based on 12.5K reader ratings. First published in 1940. The book spans 336 pages.
About Sad Cypress
Beautiful young Elinor Carlisle stood serenely in the dock, accused of the murder of Mary Gerrard, her rival in love. The evidence was damning: only Elinor had the motive, the opportunity and the means to administer the fatal poison.Yet, inside the hostile courtroom, only one man still presumed Elinor was innocent until proven guilty: Hercule Poirot was all that stood between Elinor and the gallows...
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Agatha Christie |
| Published | 1940 |
| Pages | 336 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Classics, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.83 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 12,538 |
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What genre is Sad Cypress?
Sad Cypress is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Sad Cypress worth reading?
Based on 12.5K reader ratings, Sad Cypress has an average score of 3.83 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Sad Cypress?
Sad Cypress has 336 pages.
Who wrote Sad Cypress?
Sad Cypress was written by Agatha Christie. It was first published in 1940.
What is the ISBN for Sad Cypress?
The ISBN-13 for Sad Cypress is 9780007120710.0.
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