The Mysterious Affair at Styles (Hercule Poirot, #1)
by Agatha Christie, Ροζίτα Σώκου
The Mysterious Affair at Styles by Agatha Christie, Ροζίτα Σώκου holds a well received rating of 3.98 out of 5, based on 135.5K reader ratings. First published in 1920. The book spans 121 pages.
About The Mysterious Affair at Styles
Agatha Christie's debut novel was the first to feature Hercule Poirot, her famously eccentric Belgian detective. A refugee of the Great War, Poirot is settling in England near Styles Court, the country estate of his wealthy benefactress, the elderly Emily Inglethorp. When Emily is poisoned and the authorities are baffled, Poirot puts his prodigious sleuthing skills to work. Suspects are plentiful, including the victim’s much younger husband, her resentful stepsons, her longtime hired companion, a young family friend working as a nurse, and a London specialist on poisons who just happens to be visiting the nearby village. All of them have secrets they are desperate to keep, but none can outwit Poirot as he navigates the ingenious red herrings and plot twists that earned Agatha Christie her well-deserved reputation as the queen of mystery.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Agatha Christie, Ροζίτα Σώκου |
| Published | 1920 |
| Pages | 121 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Classics, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.98 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 135,514 |
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What genre is The Mysterious Affair at Styles?
The Mysterious Affair at Styles is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Classics, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Mysterious Affair at Styles worth reading?
Based on 135.5K reader ratings, The Mysterious Affair at Styles has an average score of 3.98 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Mysterious Affair at Styles?
The Mysterious Affair at Styles has 121 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Mysterious Affair at Styles?
The Mysterious Affair at Styles was written by Agatha Christie, Ροζίτα Σώκου. It was first published in 1920.
What is the ISBN for The Mysterious Affair at Styles?
The ISBN-13 for The Mysterious Affair at Styles is 9780646418440.0.
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