Get ready for a thrilling ride through the world of detective fiction in Agatha Christie's The Man in the Brown Suit. Anne Beddingfeld, a fearless adventurer, witnesses a shocking death in a London tube station and discovers a cryptic message that sets her on a daring journey to South Africa. As she unravels the pieces of this deadly puzzle, Anne...More
Agatha Mary Clarissa Christie (15 September 1890 – 12 January 1976) was an English writer known for her sixty-six detective novels and fourteen short story collections, particularly those revolving around fictional detectives Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple. She also wrote the world's longest-running play, The Mousetrap, which was performed in the West End from 1952 to 2020, as well as six novels under the pseudonym Mary Westmacott. In 1971, she was appointed a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) for her contributions to literature. Guinness World Records lists Christie as the best-selling fiction writer of all time, her novels having sold more than two billion copies.
She was initially an unsuccessful writer with...More
Agatha Mary Clarissa Christie (15 September 1890 – 12 January 1976) was an English writer known for her sixty-six detective novels and fourteen short story collections, particularly those revolving around fictional detectives Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple. She also wrote the world's longest-running play, The Mousetrap, which was performed in the West End from 1952 to 2020, as well as six novels under the pseudonym Mary Westmacott. In 1971, she was appointed a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) for her contributions to literature. Guinness World Records lists Christie as the best-selling fiction writer of all time, her novels having sold more than two billion copies.
She was initially an unsuccessful writer with six consecutive rejections, but this changed in 1920 when The Mysterious Affair at Styles, featuring detective Hercule Poirot, was published. According to Index Translationum, she remains the most-translated individual author. And Then There Were None is one of the highest-selling books of all time, with approximately 100 million sales.
Book Summary
Get ready for a thrilling ride through the world of detective fiction in Agatha Christie's The Man in the Brown Suit. Anne Beddingfeld, a fearless adventurer, witnesses a shocking death in a London tube station and discovers a cryptic message that sets her on a daring journey to South Africa. As she unravels the pieces of this deadly puzzle, Anne becomes the target of a ruthless murderer determined to silence her. From the bustling streets of London to the exotic landscapes of Cape Town and the Zambezi, the stakes are raised as Anne delves deeper into a web of intrigue and deception. With a cast of intriguing characters, including the enigmatic Colonel Race and the alluring Suzanne Blair, Christie weaves a tale of mystery upon mystery, leaving readers on the edge of their seats. This gripping novel, set against the backdrop of a stolen fortune and a treacherous agent provocateur, showcases Christie's trademark spirit and wit. Although bidding farewell to her iconic detective Hercule Poirot in this tale, Christie proves once again why she is a master of the genre. Prepare to be captivated by the twists and turns of this intricate plot, as Christie invites you to join her on an unforgettable journey through suspense, danger, and unexpected revelations. The Man in the Brown Suit is a must-read for fans of thrilling mysteries and those seeking an exhilarating escape into the world of Agatha Christie.
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