Genres: Mystery, Fiction
I have never been on good terms when reading Agatha Christie. She made me bore and I confess guiltily (it’s not my habit generally) I have left her two books previously in between while reading. But few years back, a wise man recommended her to me, told me to read her books, stick to them. And this time I did.
And There Were None by Agatha Christie, another recommendation by a special friend whom I’ll thank personally, wanted me to read this one. I read And There Were None in few hours (only two breaks in between) and it was hard to put down. A complete thrilling and terrifying experience which made me go mad and fall in love with it. After a long time I did feel such thrill and adrenaline rush through my body. Had read so much crime fiction in the past, I could not conclude the final outcome which was absolutely brilliant.
It is the story of ten individuals who are invited to an isolated house on Soldier Island, Devon, England. During their first dinner together, a recorded message accuses each of them of a terrible crime. One by one, they begin to die. One of guests must be the killer, but who is it? The plot of And Then There Were None is so simple yet it is extremely difficult to execute.
The characters are so adequate and well-crafted and the pace is extremely good, not too fast nor too slow. I quite liked the way author portrays the effect the murders have on the characters, specifically once they realize that no help is coming. Although not everybody’s reaction is described in great detail, a general feeling of fear is successful. There isn’t much in the book but I am sure the plot will give you a chill afterwards when you have read it. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time that I was reading it. A total crazy classical murder mystery.
This book was a great way for me to spend my weekend while in bed due cold. Agatha Christie does it brilliantly and the book deserves lot of praise. Totally recommended to anyone who wants to read.
I’ll be reading more of her novels because of this!
4.5 Out of 5 from me.
This post has featured on Agatha Christie Reading Challenge Carnival in April 2014.
Ah, a secret read of mine… all Agatha Christie! SD
oh.. that’s great 🙂 recommend something to me? 😀
After I read this Review, I immediately went to the section in my personal library where I’ve kept Agatha Christie quietly tucked away, gathering dust, for years. Like you, I never quite acquired a taste for her, though I had read one or two, never finishing either. But today, because of this Review, I am going to begin reaquainting myself with Agatha again. Setting aside the book I’m reading now – I’m going on a new adventure. Thank you.
You’re Welcome my friend! I’m sure you’ll read it 😀
I love Agatha Christie! A personal favourite of mine is Death on the Nile. And Then There Were none looks really interesting…I’ll have to find a copy. Glad you found one of her books to enjoy!
I am looking forward to read more of her books.
It’s great when a book gives such a rush!
I agree, it thrilled me 🙂
I really want to re-read some of Agatha Christie’s books. Growing up my dad and I read them together and I haven’t read them since. I own a few of her books including this one, so I’ll have to re-read them soon.
I haven’t read her that much. Which one of her’s is your favorite book?
I went through a phase of reading her books and still enjoy them so I’m glad you did too. I found ‘The ABC Murders’ intriguing – track it down!
Sure, will do. 🙂
I’ve added this to the April edition of the Agatha Christie Reading Challenge Blog Carnival at http://acrccarnival.blogspot.com.au/2014/04/acrc-carnival-2014-4-april.html Please feel free to ad your own contributions to the monthly blog carnival
Thanks a lot Kerrie 🙂 I will try for other contributions!
So glad you found an Agatha Christie which you enjoyed. This is my favourite of all her novels, as you say the pace is just right particularly when the realisation dawns that no help is on the way….
Yeah, the pace works magically making a coordination between the reader’s pace and the plot 🙂 I am quite fascinated by the story line, still!
“And Then There Were None,” “Murder on the Orient Express” and “Evil Under the Sun” are my all-time favorites of hers. Glad you found one you enjoyed! 🙂
Thanks, and I’ll try the others too 🙂
🙂
You might enjoy Mary Higgins Clark if you haven’t ready anything by her. She jumps around from character to character and keeps you guessing (which I like), plus her books always are quick, easy reads.
I have never read M H Clark, but thanks for the recommendation, I quite like fast paced books, so trying her will be in my TBR!
You won’t regret it. She’s fantastic!
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This book is one of my all-time favorites! Glad you liked it!
It was one hell of a reading experience. Whenever I think about it now, I am still amazed!
I also really enjoyed this one! If you enjoyed the characterization and the multiple POV’s you’ll definitely like An Appointment With Death.
Me too. Specially the multiple POVs. I am currently exploring the queen of crime other books. Earlier today, I finished her Murder on the Orient Express and was seeking for more, so thank you for timely recommendation.
Yes, the multiple POVs added something very special! And I enjoyed Orient Express, but the characters in Appointment With Death are unbeatable. Also, I’d really suggest reading Patricia Highsmith (if you haven’t already). I just finished The Talented Mr. Ripley and was absolutely astonished!
I agree with you, the characters in Orient Express are quite beatable. Done with its review, will be publishing it soon. Will look into Appointment with Death ASAP.
Patricia Highsmith you say, no I haven’t read any of her work. I will do so.
Yay! Excited to read it. If you kind of enjoyed Gone Girl, Highsmith will blow you away. Her characterization and plot structure are both incredibly compelling.
I love when a writer intends to play with a reader’s mind through his or her words.
Well then I definitely recommend The Talented Mr. Ripley. It beats all the contemporary YA and Adult psychological thrillers I have read.
You have convinced me, it’s ASAPRI list.
What is RI? And I’m so glad I have, can’t wait to hear what you think!
ASAP,Read It… a way to trick my mind to read books and not just put them on the TBR.
*on my ASAPRI list.
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