The ABC Murders by Agatha Christie

“The A.B.C. Murders” features one of Christie’s most famous characters, the Belgian detective Hercule Poirot. In this intriguing mystery, Poirot receives a series of letters signed by a mysterious “A.B.C.” The letters taunt Poirot with hints of upcoming murders, each in a different location and with a victim whose name starts with the corresponding letter.

Poirot is challenged to unravel this puzzling series of murders before the murderer can complete the entire alphabet. Alongside his friend Captain Arthur Hastings and the diligent Chief Inspector Japp, Poirot uses his exceptional deductive skills to decipher the cryptic clues and identify the elusive killer.

This novel is celebrated for its clever plot, surprising novel tackling the modern figure of the serial killer and the psychology behind it, intriguing characters, and Christie’s mastery of the murder mystery genre. It keeps readers guessing until the final revelation and showcases Agatha Christie’s talent for crafting intricate and suspenseful narratives.