Agatha Christie was a renowned British author known for her detective novels and short stories. She is often referred to as the “Queen of Crime” for her contributions to the mystery genre. Here are some of her most popular and well-known books:
1- “Murder at the Gallop” (1953):
Miss Marple investigates the death of a wealthy man whose death is initially deemed natural, but Miss Marple suspects foul play.
2- “Evil Under the Sun” (1941):
Hercule Poirot is called upon to solve a murder that takes place at a secluded beach resort.
3- “Three Act Tragedy” (1934):
Poirot investigates a series of murders that occur during a theatrical production.
4- “Curtain” (1975):
This novel features Hercule Poirot in his final case, as he solves a murder that takes place at a country house.
5- “Nemesis” (1971):
Miss Marple receives a mysterious request to investigate a crime, leading her on a journey to uncover the truth.
6- “The Pale Horse” (1961):
This standalone novel follows a man who investigates a series of mysterious deaths linked to a peculiar list of names.
7- “They Do It with Mirrors” (1952):
Miss Marple is asked to visit an old friend who runs a rehabilitation center, only to become embroiled in a murder investigation.
8- “Hickory Dickory Dock” (1955):
Poirot investigates a series of bizarre crimes that take place in a London student hostel.
9- “Sparkling Cyanide” (1945):
Six people gather to commemorate the death of a woman, but when another death occurs, suspicion and secrets come to light.
10- “The Murder on the Links” (1923):
Poirot travels to France to solve a murder involving a wealthy businessman and his estranged son.
11- “The Secret Adversary” (1922):
This is the first novel featuring Tommy and Tuppence, Christie’s other popular detective duo, as they unravel a mysterious conspiracy.
12- “The Body in the Library” (1942):
Miss Marple investigates the murder of a young woman whose body is found in the library of a wealthy family.
13- “Appointment with Death” (1938):
Hercule Poirot investigates a murder that occurs during a family vacation in the Middle East.
14- “The Hollow” (1946):
Poirot investigates a murder that takes place during a weekend gathering at The Hollow, the country home of a prominent family.
15- “A Murder is Announced” (1950):
Miss Marple investigates a murder that is announced in a local newspaper, leading to a suspenseful and puzzling mystery.
16- “Cat Among the Pigeons” (1959):
Poirot investigates a murder at a prestigious girls’ boarding school.
17- “Ordeal by Innocence” (1958):
The Argyle family’s adopted son is convicted of murder, but a stranger arrives to challenge his guilt and uncover the truth.
18- “Crooked House” (1949):
In this standalone mystery, a wealthy patriarch is murdered, and suspicion falls on his own family members.
19- “Endless Night” (1967):
A young couple purchases a dream home, but dark secrets and a haunting atmosphere lead to a shocking turn of events.
20- “The Mirror Crack’d from Side to Side” (1962):
Miss Marple investigates a murder that occurs during a film production in a small English village.
21- “Murder on the Orient Express” (1934):
This novel features Christie’s famous detective, Hercule Poirot, who investigates a murder that occurs on the luxurious Orient Express train.
22- “And Then There Were None” (1939):
Considered one of her best works, this novel follows ten strangers lured to a secluded island, where they are mysteriously killed off one by one.
23- “Death on the Nile” (1937):
Hercule Poirot investigates a murder that takes place aboard a Nile river steamer during a luxurious cruise.
24- “The Murder of Roger Ackroyd” (1926):
This novel features a twist ending that shocked readers at the time. Poirot investigates the murder of a wealthy man in a small English village.
25- “The ABC Murders” (1936):
Poirot is faced with a series of murders that follow the pattern of the alphabet, and he must race against time to catch the killer.
26- “Murder at the Vicarage” (1930):
The first novel to feature Miss Marple, another beloved Christie character. Miss Marple investigates the murder of a local colonel in a small village.
27- “Five Little Pigs” (1942):
Poirot is asked to solve a sixteen-year-old murder case involving five suspects, each with their own motive.
28- “The Mysterious Affair at Styles” (1920):
Christie’s debut novel and the first appearance of Hercule Poirot. Poirot investigates a murder that takes place in a country manor.
These are just a selection of Agatha Christie’s books, each offering unique settings, intriguing puzzles, and memorable characters. Her works continue to captivate readers with their twists and turns, making her one of the most celebrated authors in the mystery genre.