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The Mystery of the Blue Train

A Hercule Poirot Mystery: The Official Authorized Edition
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In this official authorised edition from Agatha Christie, the Queen of Mystery, robbery and murder unfold aboard the luxurious Blue Train. When the train reaches Nice, Ruth Kettering is found dead, the victim of a violent blow that has nearly disfigured her. Her valuable rubies are missing, and suspicion falls on her estranged husband, Derek. However, the astute Hercule Poirot is not convinced and orchestrates a chilling reenactment of the journey to uncover the truth.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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Ideal for fans of classic crime and thriller novels, especially those who enjoy intricate mysteries and the brilliant detective work of Hercule Poirot.

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In this official authorised edition featuring exclusive content from the Queen of Mystery, robbery and brutal murder aboard a luxury transport ensnares the ever-attentive Hercule Poirot.

When the luxurious Blue Train arrives at Nice, a guard attempts to wake serene Ruth Kettering from her slumbers. But she will never wake againβ€”for a heavy blow has killed her, disfiguring her features almost beyond recognition. What is more, her precious rubies are missing.

The prime suspect is Ruth's estranged husband, Derek. Yet Hercule Poirot is not convinced, so he stages an eerie reenactment of the journey, complete with the murderer on board...

The Mystery of the Blue Train offers intrigue and suspense as only Agatha Christie can deliver.

Series: Hercule Poirot Mysteries

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780063088009

Publisher: William Morrow & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 August 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: William Morrow & Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 136.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 320

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.

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