The Murder of Roger Ackroyd Review
Basic Info:
Originally published: June 1926
Author: Agatha Christie
Genre: Crime Fiction
Publisher: William Collins, Sons
Preceded by: Poirot Investigates
Review:
This is a true crime classic, and I doubt if anyone who reads hasn't heard of it yet, so I'll jump straight in.
First off, the story line is that in the village of King's Abbot, a widow's sudden suicide sparks rumors that she was blackmailed by someone, and that he had an affair with the rich Roger Ackroyd. But when Ackroyd is murdered in his own study, Poirot finds that there are suspects crawling around the place. Aided by narrator James Sheppard, Poirot seeks out the truth.
This was the wildly successful novel that started off Christie's famous career, earning her the prestigious title, "The Queen of Crime". This is "The Usual Suspects" of crime literature, and once read, is unforgettable. The fun lies in reading it again, and seeing how Christie tricked you into thinking exactly what she wanted you to think, just with her words. The tale is spun skillfully around you, immersing you completely, until the sudden realization hits you like cold water, leaving you gasping for a few seconds.Yes, this novel is must-read, if you're into crime thrillers.
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