Murder on the Orient Express: A Hercule Poirot Mystery

by Agatha Christie

Overview

Step aboard the luxurious Orient Express for one of the most famous murder mysteries ever written. In Murder on the Orient Express, world-renowned detective Hercule Poirot faces one of his most baffling cases when American millionaire Samuel Ratchett is found murdered in his locked cabin. Trapped by a snowstorm, Poirot must uncover the killer among a train full of intriguing suspects — each hiding secrets and lies. As the investigation deepens, a shocking truth about justice and revenge is revealed. Written by the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, this classic train mystery novel delivers suspense, unforgettable characters, and an ingenious solution that has captivated readers for generations. Whether you're a longtime fan of Hercule Poirot mysteries or new to Agatha Christie's detective fiction, Murder on the Orient Express is an essential addition to any mystery lover's library. What This Book Offers Readers: A classic locked-room murder mystery set aboard the iconic Orient Express. Brilliant detective work from Hercule Poirot, one of literature’s greatest detectives. A suspenseful and atmospheric story full of twists, lies, and hidden motives. An exploration of justice and morality, raising timeless ethical questions. A masterpiece by Agatha Christie, perfect for fans of crime, mystery, and detective fiction.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781916700758
Publisher:	Global Publishers
Publication date:	04/25/2025
Series:	Hercule Poirot Series
Sold by:	De Marque
Format:	eBook
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time, outsold only by the Bible and Shakespeare. Her books have sold more than a billion copies in English and another billion in a hundred foreign languages. She died in 1976, after a prolific career spanning six decades.

Date of Birth:

September 15, 1890

Date of Death:

January 12, 1976

Place of Birth:

Torquay, Devon, England

Education:

Home schooling

Website:

http://www.agathachristie.com

Editorial Reviews

A brilliantly ingenious story.” — Dorothy L. Sayers, Daily Herald (UK)

“It’s tempting to say that Agatha Christie is a genius and let it go at that, but the world’s had plenty of geniuses. Agatha Christie is something special.” — Lawrence Block, New York Times bestselling author

“[Moves] smoothly and entertainingly to its surprise conclusion.” — Chicago Daily Tribune

“Nothing short of swell. [Christie] is probably the best suspicion scatterer and diverter in the business.” — New York Herald Tribune

“Need it be said—the little grey cells solve once more the seemingly insoluble. Mrs Christie makes an improbable tale very real, and keeps her readers enthralled and guessing to the end.” — Times Literary Supplement (London)

“What more…can a mystery addict desire?” — New York Times

“Agatha Christie’s books are both wonderful crime novels and studies in contrast and duality, and I adore them still. Underestimate them at your peril.” — Louise Penny, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of the Inspector Gamache novels

“Reading a perfectly plotted Agatha Christie is like crunching into a perfect apple: that pure, crisp, absolute satisfaction.” — Tana French, New York Times-bestselling author of the Dublin Murder Squad novels

“Agatha Christie taught me many important lessons about the inner workings of the mystery novel before it ever occurred to me that I might one day be writing mysteries myself.” — Sue Grafton, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of the Kinsey Millhone novels

“Any mystery writer who wants to learn how to plot should spend a few days reading Agatha Christie. She’ll show you everything you want to know.” — Donna Leon, New York Times-bestselling author of the Commissario Brunetti novels

“I always wanted to be Agatha Christie when I grew up. I still do.” — J. A. Jance, New York Times-bestselling author of the Joanna Brady and J. P. Beaumont novels

“Agatha Christie’s indelibly etched characters have entertained millions across the years and a love of her work has brough together generations of readers—a singular achievement for any author and an inspiration to writers across the literary landscape.” — Jacqueline Winspear, New York Times-bestselling author of the Maisie Dobbs novels

From the Publisher

What more…can a mystery addict desire?

New York Times

Need it be said—the little grey cells solve once more the seemingly insoluble. Mrs Christie makes an improbable tale very real, and keeps her readers enthralled and guessing to the end.

Times Literary Supplement (London)

Nothing short of swell. [Christie] is probably the best suspicion scatterer and diverter in the business.

New York Herald Tribune

[Moves] smoothly and entertainingly to its surprise conclusion.

Chicago Daily Tribune

It’s tempting to say that Agatha Christie is a genius and let it go at that, but the world’s had plenty of geniuses. Agatha Christie is something special.

Lawrence Block

A brilliantly ingenious story.

Dorothy L. Sayers