PUBLISHER: HarperCollins Publishers
GENRES: Mystery Books, Crime Books
AUTHORS: Agatha Christie
PAGES: 720 pages
ISBN13: 9780007438983
TAGS: Mystery Books, Crime Books, Free Books, PDF Books
LANGUAGE: en
TYPE: Digital
“Detectives and Young Adventurers” is a collection of short stories by Agatha Christie, featuring her famous detectives Hercule Poirot, Miss Marple, and others, along with young sleuths like Tommy and Tuppence Beresford. The book is divided into several tales, each showcasing Christie’s hallmark mystery and detective elements.
Here’s a summary of the main stories included in the collection:
- “The Million Dollar Bond Robbery”: Hercule Poirot investigates the theft of valuable bonds on an ocean liner, using his sharp intellect to unearth the clever ruse behind the crime.
- “The Adventure of the Italian Nobleman”: Poirot is called upon to solve the murder of an Italian count, unraveling a web of deceit and betrayal.
- “The Case of the Missing Lady”: Tommy and Tuppence Beresford take on the case of a vanished fiancée, using their charm and wit to uncover a tale of love and disguise.
- “The Affair at the Victory Ball”: Poirot navigates the high society of a masquerade ball to solve a murder, employing his trademark observation and deduction skills.
- “The Jewel Robbery at the Grand Metropolitan”: Poirot takes on a case of stolen jewels, revealing the hidden motivations and intricate plotting of the culprits.
- “The Adventure of the Cheap Flat”: Poirot untangles the mystery of an inexplicably affordable apartment, leading to espionage and hidden dangers.
- “The Submarine Plans”: Tommy and Tuppence tackle the theft of important naval plans, demonstrating their resourcefulness and bravery in uncovering the truth.
- “The Market Basing Mystery”: Poirot faces a perplexing case in a small village, piecing together clues to expose a murderer.
- “The Affair of the Pink Pearl”: A stolen pearl leads Poirot on a chase that reveals the complexities of human relationships and greed.
These stories highlight Christie’s ability to craft intricate plots and memorable characters, delivering suspense and clever resolutions in each tale. The collection showcases the varied approaches of Poirot’s meticulous logic, Miss Marple’s keen intuition, and Tommy and Tuppence’s adventurous spirit.
