Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Have you read . . .Agatha Christie

In the mood for a mystery? Try an Agatha Christie this week. Here just a few of my favorites:

The Man in the Brown Suit



The Man in the Brown Suit
By Christie, Agatha
2001-09 - St. Martin's Press
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AGATHA CHRISTIE is more than the most popular mystery writer of all time. In a career that spans over half a century, her name is synonymous with brilliant deception, ingenious puzzles, and the surprise denouement. By virtually inventing the modern mystery novel she has earned her title as the Queen of Crime. Curious? Then you're invited to read...

How odd, Anne Beddingfeld thought, that the stranger caught her eye, recoiled in horror, and fell to his death on the rails of Hyde Park Underground Station. Odder still was a doctor in a brown suit who pronounced him dead and vanished into the crowd. But what really aroused Anne's suspicion was when she learned of the doctor's link to the murder of a famous ballerina, a fortune in hidden diamonds, and a crime-lord embroiled in blackmail. And most frightening of all was the attempt made on Anne's own life. But she is unable to resist the lure of an isolated mansion that could hold the solution to the bizarre mystery -- even if she becomes the next victim... …More

Destination Unknown



Destination Unknown
By Christie, Agatha
2002-10 - St. Martin's Press
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Previously titled "So Many Steps to Death, " this mystery is one of the Queen of Crime's best. After American scientist Thomas Betterton disappears in Paris, and his new bride dies in Casablanca, British Intelligence enlists secret agent Hilary Craven to impersonate the late Mrs. Betterton. But the masquerade means hiding from an unknown enemy and retracing a stranger's steps to death. …More

And Then There Were None



And Then There Were None
By Christie, Agatha
2001-05 - St. Martin's Press
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Considered one of the greatest mysteries of all time, Christie's masterpiece of murder and suspense is available in this newly packaged paperback. Ten strangers, each with a dark secret, are gathered together on an isolated island by a mysterious host. One by one, they die--and before the weekend is out, there will be none. …More

Murder on the Orient Express



Murder on the Orient Express
By Christie, Agatha
2006-09 - Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers
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One of Christie's most famous mysteries was inspired by two real-life crimes and the author's own experience being stranded on the Orient Express during Christmas of 1931. …More

Death on the Nile



Death on the Nile
By Christie, Agatha
2007-03 - Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers
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Three classic Hercule Poirot mysteries by the grand dame of the genre are reissued, repackaged, and revitalized. "What more can a mystery addict desire?"--"New York Times." …More

Death in the Clouds



Death in the Clouds
By Christie, Agatha
2005-08 - Berkley Publishing Group
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On a routine flight over the English Channel, a woman is murdered with the venom-dipped dart of a South African blow-gun. How bizarre that the killing should go unnoticed by the plane's other passengers. Most ironic of all, though, is that Hercule Poirot, the brilliant detective, was sitting just 15 feet from the victim! Also published as Death in the Air. …More

They Came to Baghdad



They Came to Baghdad
By Christie, Agatha
2002-06 - Minotaur Books
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Victoria Jones has an adventurous streak, and connects with Edward, a handsome and mysterious traveler. However, no whirlwind affair can prepare Victoria for what happens in Baghdad. She witnesses the murder of a secret agent in her hotel room. And when she discovers a rival for Edward's affection arranged for her kidnapping, Victoria fears her impetuous nature could be the death of her. (June) …More

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