The secret of Chimneys

A blinding snowstorm-and a homicidal maniac-traps a small party of friends in an isolated estate. Out of this deceptively simple set-up Agatha Christie fashioned one of her most ingenious puzzlers, which, in turn, would provide the basis forThe Mousetrap , the longest-running play in history. From this classic title novella to the deliciously clever gems on its tail (solved to perfection by Hercule Poirot and Miss Jane Marple), this rare collection of murder most foul showcases the inimitable Miss Christie at her inventive best, proving her reputation as "the champion deceiver of our time." ( The New York Times ) Author Biography: Agatha Christie is the world's best-known mystery writer. Her books have sold over a billion copies in the English language and another billion in 44 foreign languages. She is the most widely published author of all time in any language, outsold only...

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janne lindh

2020-07-14

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Rörig, tramsig och fördomsfull. Den här tidiga kriminalkomedin av Agatha Christie ligger på en nivå långt, långt under hennes bästa.

Alice G-son

2012-12-16

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Gillade denna Agatha som fasen. Anthony och Virginia är så otroligt mysiga karaktärer

Ketutar Jensen

2010-06-23

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Jag ÄLSKAR Virginia Revel. Om jag kunde vara någon i alla världens böcker, hon är bland 10 bästa :-)