ISBN 9780008196653
Rs. 640
HarperCollins
Black Coffee
Who it's for: Fans of classic detective fiction and Hercule Poirot
Originally a 1930 play, Agatha Christie's novel 'Black Coffee' introduces Hercule Poirot to a complex case involving a stolen scientific formula and the sudden death of its inventor, Sir Claud Amory. Poirot must navigate an isolated English country mansion, scrutinizing a limited number of suspects to uncover the truth behind both the murder and the intellectual theft.Why You Should Read? Showcases Hercule Poirot's signature wit and deductive reasoning. Presents a classic closed-room mystery setup with intricate plotting. Explores themes of scientific espionage and intellectual property theft. Offers a fast-paced, engaging plot that maintains suspense until the conclusion.
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- Adapted from Agatha Christie's 1930 play
- Classic closed-room mystery in an isolated mansion
- Features Hercule Poirot's deductive reasoning
- Involves a stolen scientific formula and murder
- Limited suspects heighten suspense
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Is 'Black Coffee' originally a novel?
No, it was originally a 1930 play by Agatha Christie, later adapted into a novel.
Who is the main detective in the story?
Hercule Poirot, Agatha Christie's famous detective, investigates the case.
What is the central mystery?
The sudden death of inventor Sir Claud Amory and the theft of a scientific formula.
Where does the story take place?
In an isolated English country mansion.
What type of mystery is it?
It is a classic closed-room mystery with a limited number of suspects.