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In Agatha Christie’s short story, “The Adventure of "The Western Star,” Poirot investigates the case of a missing diamond, “The Star of the East”, belonging to Lady Yardly. But what is the connection between it and a similar diamond owned by the famous American film actress Mary Marvell? And why does a Chinese man want it returned? This short story originally appeared in the April 11, 1923 issue of The Sketch magazine.

In Agatha Christie’s short story, “The Plymouth Express,” a rich young American woman is found murdered on the train from Bristol to Plymouth and her valuable jewelry missing. Poirot’s suspects include her indebted gambler husband, her french adventurer lover, and her maid. But where is the murder weapon? This short story originally appeared in the April 4, 1923 issue of The Sketch magazine.

In Agatha Christie’s short story, “The Disappearance of Mr. Davenheim,” to win a bet with Inspector Japp, Poirot solves the mysterious robbery and disappearance of a banker from his home, all without leaving his seat. Is the culprit the businessman Mr. Davenheim was supposed to meet? Or is the situation more complicated? This short story originally appeared in the March 28, 1923 issue of The Sketch magazine.

In Agatha Christie’s “The Affair at the Victory Ball,” Poirot is enlisted by Chief Inspector Japp to assist in the investigation of a murder at a costumed Ball. Six attendees form a circle of suspicion when a young aristocrat and his fiancée are found dead. Poirot then makes an interesting discovery about the costumes worn by the six friends. This short story originally appeared in the March 7, 1923 issue of The Sketch magazine.

An ageing barrister begins to regret past events when an old flame asks him to investigate the murder of her eccentric wealthy aunt in a mystery that recalls an old nursery rhyme....

Lorsque la richissime Emily Inglethorp est retrouvée empoisonnée dans son manoir de Styles, les soupçons se portent rapidement sur son très jeune mari, Alfred Inglethorp. Mais le verdict paraît trop évident au colonel Hastings, qui décide de faire appel à son vieux compagnon Hercule Poirot. Ce dernier met alors tout en œuvre pour découvrir à qui pourrait profiter le crime. Car il y a aussi les beaux-enfants de Mme Inglethorp, et Cynthia, la protégée de la défunte : tous auraient pu se procurer la strychnine qui a servi à la tuer.

In una stradina tranquilla e silenziosa nei pressi di Hyde Park, sorge il Bertram Hotel, un elegante albergo edoardiano. Qui approda anche Miss Marple, la quale intuisce che dietro quell'atmosfera rarefatta si cela un certo che di strano. Qualcuno che non dovrebbe essere lì, un brano di conversazione ascoltato per caso, un'espressione colta al volo su un viso... basta poco per insospettire Miss Marple.

Presenting an American voice for this legendary Agatha Christie mystery with one of her best denouements.

C'est toujours et simplement par déductions logiques que Miss Jane Marple résout, sans sortir de son fauteuil, tous les mystères criminels que lui soumettent ses amis. Les humains sont partout les mêmes ! De cet adage, Miss Marple fait une loi infaillible pour démasquer les intentions et les secrets de tous. Sur ce livre audio, trois enquêtes de Miss Marple : "Le Sanctuaire d'Astarté", "L'herbe de la mort", "La demoiselle de compagnie".

Hercule Poirot riceve una strana lettera in cui un anonimo personaggio lo avvisa che presto, nella città di Andover, verrà commesso un crimine. E infatti Alice Ascher viene uccisa. Dopo di lei, il misterioso assassino annuncia che colpirà a Bexhill, e poi a Churston, e così fa. Le vittime sembrano non aver alcun rapporto tra loro: il diabolico criminale, che si firma A.B.C., pare sceglierle solo in base a un presunto ordine alfabetico. Il serial killer non è intenzionato a fermarsi, ma tre scacchi sono già troppi per un uomo del calibro del detective belga.

The most popular detective story writer of all time turns her hand to the subject of Christmas. In a manger in Bethlehem, an angel offers Mary a vision of things to come...and a chance to change it all. A naughty little donkey learns the meaning of love as he carries a very special mother and child safely to Egypt. Mrs Hargreaves wanted to like people, but didn't really know how. Then she reached out to touch a stranger, and her eyes were opened to love. This charming reading of Agatha Christie’s stories and poems captures the true meaning of Christmas.

A classic Agatha Christie short story, available individually for the first time in digital audio, performed by Christopher Lee. A lawyer, a doctor and a clergyman are discussing the details of a peculiar case of a woman suffering from multiple personality disorder. Remarkably, in an impossible feat of strength, she strangled herself to death. A stranger who knew the woman overhears their conversation and reveals a disturbing truth....

Karibische Affäre": Miss Marple macht Urlaub in der Karibik und prompt wird ein Hotelgast ermordet, mit dem sich Miss Marple am Tag zuvor noch unterhalten hat. Statt sich zu erholen, macht sie sich tatkräftig ans Werk - und den Mörder bald schon dingfest. "Das unvollendete Bildnis": Hercule Poirot wird um Hilfe gebeten. Die Mutter von Carla Lemarchant wurde verurteilt, ihren Vater umgebracht zu haben. Doch Carla glaubt nicht daran. Poirot gelingt es, die Unschuld der Mutter zu beweisen und den Kreis der Verdächtigen enger zu ziehen. "Die Kleptomanin": Seltsame Diebstähle im Studentenwohnheim. Hercule Poirot wird zur Hilfe gerufen, und er entlarvt die Diebin schnell. Doch dann wird sie am nächsten Morgen tot aufgefunden. Da ist Poirots Kombinationsvermögen gefragt, denn neben dem Mord hat sich die Spur eines Schmugglerrings aufgetan

In Poirot Investigates, Agatha Christie presents eleven riveting short stories featuring the famous Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot. From high-stakes jewel thefts to baffling murders, Poirot faces a variety of complex and puzzling cases that challenge his remarkable intellect and investigative prowess. In these tales, Poirot must unravel a web of deception involving missing persons, secret identities, and shocking crimes, using his keen observation and logical deductions to reveal the truth.

A classic Agatha Christie short story, available individually for the first time in digital audio, performed by Christopher Lee. Mrs Lancaster doesn't believe in ghosts. She moves her family into a house that has been derelict for years, unconcerned about the story of the young boy who lived there and starved to death. But her own young son is fascinated by his new friend that lives in the attic all alone....

Collins brings the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, to English language learners. Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time in any language. Now Collins has adapted her famous detective novels for English language learners. These carefully abridged versions are shorter, with the language targeted at learners of English.

A classic Agatha Christie short story, available individually for the first time on audio. What is the mystery of the velvet-suited doll that appears to move from place to place? Is someone responsible, or can it be possible that it possesses its own sinister qualities?

Durante una elegante velada en la alta sociedad londinense, las valiosas joyas del excéntrico coleccionista Marcus Hardman desaparecen de su caja fuerte, desatando el escándalo entre sus selectos invitados. Desesperado por evitar el escarnio público, Hardman recurre al legendario Hércules Poirot, quien deberá desenredar una trama donde nada es lo que parece y cada pista puede ser un engaño. ¿Quién es el verdadero culpable? ¿El joven Parker, la enigmática condesa rusa Vera Rossakoff o quizá alguien aún más inesperado?

Cuando el señor Wu Ling, un hombre de negocios chino que custodia el único mapa de una legendaria mina de plata, aparece muerto en Londres antes de cerrar un trato millonario, el caso queda en manos del incomparable Hércules Poirot. Acompaña a Poirot y Hastings en una investigación donde cada sonido te transporta: el bullicio de Chinatown, el rumor del río Támesis, el crujir de antiguos pergaminos y el suspense de cada revelación.

Benedict Farley, un excéntrico magnate, acude desesperado al famoso detective para confesarle su obsesión: cada noche sueña que, exactamente a las 12:28, toma un revólver y se dispara en la sien. Una semana después, el sueño se convierte en realidad: Farley aparece muerto en su despacho, a la misma hora, con la puerta cerrada y sin que nadie haya entrado ni salido. Todo apunta a un suicidio… pero Poirot no se deja engañar por las apariencias.