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A gripping Marple mystery superbly read by Stephanie Cole.It's seven in the morning. The Bantrys wake to find the body of a young woman in their library. She is wearing evening dress and heavy make-up, which is now smeared across her cheeks.But who is she? How did she get there? And what is the connection with another dead girl, whose charred remains are later discovered in an abandoned quarry?The respectable Bantrys invite Miss Marple to solve the mystery... before tongues start to wag.

June Whitfield stars as Miss Marple in eight thrilling full-cast BBC Radio 4 dramatisations. 4.50 from Paddington After witnessing a murder on a train, Mrs McGillicuddy calls on Miss Marple. Murder at the Vicarage Everyone in St Mary Mead detested Colonel Protheroe - but who killed him?

Agatha Christie's seasonal Poirot and Marple short story collection, reissued with a striking new cover designed to appeal to the latest generation of Agatha Christie fans and book lovers.

A repugnant Amercian widow is killed during a trip to Petra...Among the towering red cliffs of Petra, like some monstrous swollen Buddha, sat the corpse of Mrs Boynton. A tiny puncture mark on her wrist was the only sign of the fatal injection that had killed her.With only 24 hours available to solve the mystery, Hercule Poirot recalled a chance remark he'd overheard back in Jerusalem: 'You see, don't you, that she's got to be killed?' Mrs Boynton was, indeed, the most detestable woman he'd ever met...

4 short stories featuring the great detective himself... How did a woman holding a pistol in her right hand manage to shoot herself in the left temple? What was the link between a ghost sighting and the disappearance of top secert military plans? How did the bullet that killed Sir Gervase shatter a mirror in another part of the room? And who destroyed the 'eternal triangle' of love involving renowned beauty, Valentine Chantry? Hercule Poirot is faced with four mystifying cases - Murder in the Mews, The Incredible Theft, Dead Man's Mirror and Triangle at Rhodes - each a miniature classic of characterisation, incident and suspense.

June Whitfield returns as the deceptively mild spinster sleuth in three full-cast BBC Radio 4 dramatisations. Specially broadcast to mark the 125th anniversary of Agatha Christie's birth, these brand new dramas are based on three of her best short stories. Tape-Measure Murder: When Mrs Spenlow is murdered in St Mary Mead, the village gossips all agree that her husband must have killed her - until Miss Marple is called as an alibi... The Case of the Perfect Maid: Miss Marple investigates the problem of a lady's maid who has been mysteriously sacked - while also helping her crime writer nephew Raymond West to cure his writer's block. Sanctuary: Miss Marple and her god-daughter Bunch are horrified when they discover a dying man in the local church. Can Miss Marple deduce his identity - and his killer - from his last words? First published in the collection Miss Marple's Final Cases, these three delightfully clever tales will keep you guessing till the end. Starring June Whitfield - reprising her role as Miss Marple for the first time since 2001 - they are dramatised for BBC Radio 4 by Joy Wilkinson. Duration: 1 hr 30 mins approx.

Discover the man behind the moustache in this book of one-liners by the world's most famous Belgian detective, revealing the wit and wisdom of Hercule Poirot and his creator, Agatha Christie. A perfect stocking-filler for every Christie fan, to help celebrate her 125th birthday.

In appearance Hercule Poirot hardly resembled an ancient Greek hero. Yet - reasoned the detective - like Hercules he had been responsible for ridding society of some of its most unpleasant monsters. So, in the period leading up to his retirement, Poirot made up his mind to accept just twelve more cases: his self-imposed 'Labours'. Each would go down in the annals of crime as a heroic feat of deduction.

Agatha Christie's personal memoirs about her travels to Syria and Iraq in the 1930s with her archaeologist husband Max Mallowan, where she worked on the digs and wrote some of her most evocative novels.

Twelve classic Christie short stories are given a modern spin in these BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisations. Agatha Christie is the acknowledged 'Queen of Crime', and these twelve short stories showcase her skilful plotting and talent for producing compelling mysteries. First broadcast in the early 2000s, the stories were adapted and brought up-to-date for a contemporary audience. Among the star cast are Tom Hollander, Emilia Fox, Patricia Routledge, Julia McKenzie, Neil Dudgeon, Richard Griffiths, Rebecca Front and Andrew Sachs. Unconventional detective Parker Pyne features in two of the stories, all twelve of which are infused with Agatha Christie's trademark tension and suspense. These tantalising tales of revenge, jealousy, love and death will thrill her many fans. The stories are:Philomel Cottage Swan Song Magnolia Blossom Witness for the Prosecution The Gates of Baghdad The Hound of Death In a Glass Darkly The Dressmaker's Doll The Case of the Perfect Carer The GBP199 Adventure The Gypsy The Last SeanceDuration: approx 5 hours 30 minutes

When Cora is savagely murdered with a hatchet, the extraordinary remark she made the previous day at her brother Richard's funeral suddenly takes on a chilling significance.At the reading of Richard's will, Cora was clearly heard to say: 'It's been hushed up very nicely, hasn't it...But he was murdered, wasn't he?'In desperation, the family solicitor turns to Hercule Poirot to unravel the mystery.

A triple bill of archive BBC radio dramas, believed lost for over half a century and only recently rediscovered. Butter in a Lordly Dish, written specially for radio in 1948, features Richard Williams as Sir Luke Enderby KC, whose infidelities lead him into trouble when he goes to meet his latest flame. Williams also stars as Hercule Poirot in Murder in the Mews, a 1955 adaptation of a short story. A young woman is found dead in her flat, the day after Guy Fawkes night. Did she die by her own hand, or someone else's? In Personal Call, also written specially for radio by Agatha Christie, a disturbing telephone call from a woman named Fay has consequences for both Richard Brent and his wife Pam. This 1960 production stars Ivan Brandt and Barbara Lott.

The tranquillity of a cruise along the Nile was shattered by the discovery that Linnet Ridgeway had been shot through the head. She was young, stylish and beautiful. A girl who had everything... until she lost her life.Hercule Poirot recalled an earlier outburst by a fellow passenger: 'I'd like to put my dear little pistol against her head and just press the trigger.' Yet in this exotic setting nothing was ever quite what it seemed...

Ten guests travel to an island at the invitation of someone named U.N. Owen. All are strangers, but they have two things in common: they have all been responsible for someone's death, and none will leave the island alive. Over the next two days and nights, each of the guests is killed off in a different manner in keeping with the nursery rhyme, 'Ten Little Soldier Boys'. As they are picked off one by one, who could possibly be responsible? The killers are forced to turn detective so they can find the unknown murderer, but one by one they become victims... Billed as 'the famous detective story without a detective', And Then There Were None is one of Agatha Christie's darkest and most enduring tales.

Part of the new look for Hercule Poirot titles for the 21st century.Read by Hugh Fraser, who plays Captain Hastings in the popular TV series.A few weeks after marrying an attractive young widow, Gordon Cloade is tragically killed by a bomb blast in the London blitz. Overnight, the former Mrs Underhay finds herself in sole possession of the Cloade family fortune.Shortly afterwards, Hercule Poirot receives a visit from the dead man's sister-in-law who claims she has been warned by 'spirits' that Mrs Underhay's first husband is still alive. Poirot has his suspicions when he is asked to find a missing person guided only by the spirit world. Yet what mystifies Poirot most is the woman's true motive for approaching him...

An urgent cry for help brings Poirot to France... An urgent cry for help brings Poirot to France. But he arrives too late to save his client, whose brutally stabbed body now lies face downwards in a shallow grave on a golf course. But why is the dead man wearing his son's overcoat? And who was the impassioned love-letter in the pocket for? Before Poirot can answer these questions, the case is turned upside down by the discovery of a second, identically murdered corpse...

The Unexpected Guest begins on a foggy night at a lonely country house, where a woman with a gun in her hand is quietly surveying the dead body of her husband.

Illustrated Edition: Embellished with 20 stunning illustrations that bring the thrilling narrative to life.Exclusive Content: Includes a detailed summary, comprehensive characters list, and a captivating biography of the legendary author, Agatha Christie.Dive into the heart of mystery and adventure with the illustrated edition of Agatha Christie's classic, "The Secret Adversary." In this gripping tale, Christie introduces the indomitable duo, Tommy and Tuppence, who, driven by their unquenchable thirst for adventure and an unwavering sense of justice, find themselves entangled in a web of espionage, intrigue, and peril.In the latter days of the Great War, Tommy and Tuppence set out on a bold mission that will place them in the crosshairs of an unknown foe known only as "Mr. Brown." There will be danger, deceit, and a hidden enemy that always seems to be one step ahead on their trip from the busy streets of London to the shadowy corridors of power. The two must decipher a convoluted story and locate the mysterious Jane Finn, whose disappearance contains the key to a secret that jeopardizes society itself, as the fate of a nation hangs in the balance.This special illustrated edition enhances the classic narrative with 20 vivid illustrations, capturing the essence of Christie's characters and the period's ambiance, making the story leap off the page and into the imagination. Alongside the thrilling narrative, this edition offers a succinct summary, a detailed list of characters to help track the sprawling cast, and a biography of Agatha Christie, providing insight into the mind of the world's best-selling novelist, whose work has captivated millions of readers for nearly a century."The Secret Adversary" is an experience that pushes the boundaries of bravery, friendship, and loyalty. It's more than just a story. Tommy and Tuppence are more than just fictional characters; they represent resiliency and optimism, demonstrating that even the most difficult obstacles can be conquered with humor, bravery, and a dash of daring.This illustrated version of "The Secret Adversary" is a must-have for any collector, ideal for enthusiasts of mystery and espionage and providing a new angle on Christie's classic story. Follow Tommy and Tuppence as they make their way through this gripping mystery's many turns, where danger and suspense are waiting around every corner.

Murder, mystery and majesty combine in this new Special Edition hardback of the Queen of Crime's very best short stories set in London.

In Agatha Christie's The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, retired detective Hercule Poirot is drawn into a web of deception when a wealthy man is found dead in his study. As Poirot unravels the secrets of Ackroyd's household, he confronts a shocking revelation that changes everything.

Fifteen short stories were first published in the UK, unillustrated, in The Sketch magazine. Christie wrote them following a suggestion from its editor, Bruce Ingram, who had been impressed with the character of Poirot in The Mysterious Affair at Styles.The Affair at the Victory BallThe Adventure of the Clapham CookThe Cornish MysteryThe Adventure of Johnnie WaverlyThe Double ClueThe King of ClubsThe Lemesurier InheritanceThe Lost MineThe Plymouth ExpressThe Chocolate BoxThe Veiled LadyThe Submarine PlansThe Market Basing MysteryThe stories below were published as follows: Double Sin: First published in the 23 September 1928 edition of the Sunday Dispatch.Wasp's Nest: First published in the 20 November 1928 edition of the Daily Mail.

Unleash the Mystery!Step into the world of Agatha Christie like never before with this unique retelling through the nose of Reggie, a courageous greyhound and former Mercy Dog. This intrigue-filled tale stays true to its roots while offering a fresh perspective from our four-legged sleuth.Join Reggie and his owner, Captain Hastings, as they unravel a mystery that's captivated millions. It's the same classic you love, now with a different tail! Perfect for Christie enthusiasts, dog lovers, and mystery aficionados alike.Get ready to sniff out clues and uncover the truth in "A Greyhound Investigates The Mysterious Affair At Styles." A classic mystery, reimagined!

In commemoration of the 100th anniversary of Agatha Christie's first novel, this new edition includes a previously deleted chapter and a previously unpublished essay, 'Drugs and Detective Stories', where Christie talks about Poirot's first case and how it inspired her writing. It is widely considered that Agatha Christie was one of the greatest mystery writers in the history of literature and one of the greatest writers in the field of humanism. In addition to "The Mysterious Affair at Styles", her works continue to inspire readers and intellectuals worldwide.

Celebrating 100 Years of Detectives Stories This is the very first collection of amazing short stories featuring Hercule Poirot and Captain Hastings. First, there was the film star and the diamond mystery... then came the 'suicide' that was a murder... What links these fascinating cases? A little Belgian with an egg-shaped head that twirls his moustache. Since 1920, Hercule Poirot has appeared in 33 novels as well as these 11 short stories, becoming the most celebrated detective since Sherlock Holmes. His investigation of some of the most puzzling crimes of the last century has made him a legend.