The Adventure of the Egyptian Tomb: a Hercule Poirot Short Story
The Adventure of the Egyptian Tomb: a Hercule Poirot Short Story
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1997
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BetaThe Adventure of the Egyptian Tomb: a Hercule Poirot Short Story
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 19971
Short Story • Fiction
Egypt • 1920s
1997
Adult
14+ years
Super Short Summary
In "The Adventure of the Egyptian Tomb," investigator Hercule Poirot is drawn into a mysterious case involving deaths linked to an archaeological excavation in Egypt. Poirot, alongside Captain Hastings, uncovers the truth behind the supposedly cursed tomb, using his signature deductive skills to solve the case and reveal the cause of the fatalities.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Adventurous
Informative
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Agatha Christie's The Adventure of the Egyptian Tomb: a Hercule Poirot Short Story captivates with its atmospheric setting and Poirot's keen deduction skills. Readers praise the intriguing plot and clever resolution, though some find it predictable. Overall, it's a delightful and engaging read for mystery fans.
Who Should Read The Adventure of the Egyptian Tomb: a Hercule Poirot Short Story?
A reader who enjoys The Adventure of the Egyptian Tomb would likely be a fan of classic mysteries, intrigued by exotic settings and clever detectives. Similar to Doyle's The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, they appreciate logical sleuthing and the unraveling of enigmatic plots in historical contexts.
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Short Story • Fiction
Egypt • 1920s
1997
Adult
14+ years
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