105 pages 3 hours read

Agatha Christie

Death On The Nile

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1937

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In Death on the Nile by Agatha Christie, Heiress Linnet Ridgeway marries Simon Doyle, her best friend's fiancé, and embarks on a Nile cruise for their honeymoon, only to be pursued by the spurned Jacqueline. As tensions rise, Linnet is murdered, prompting detective Hercule Poirot to investigate, revealing hidden secrets and motives among the passengers as he works to uncover the killer. The book contains themes of violence and death.

Reviews & Readership

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Agatha Christie's Death on the Nile masterfully blends intrigue and exotic locales, capturing readers with its vivid setting and intricate plot. Praised for its compelling characters and clever twists, the novel is sometimes criticized for its pacing. However, it remains a classic, showcasing Christie's signature suspense and outstanding storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Death On The Nile?

A reader who enjoys Death On The Nile by Agatha Christie likely appreciates classic detective fiction with intricate plots, vivid characterization, and exotic settings. Similar to Arthur Conan Doyle's The Hound of the Baskervilles, this novel attracts those who revel in suspenseful whodunits and clever sleuths.

RecommendedReading Age

14+years

Book Details

Genre

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Classic Fiction

Themes

Values/Ideas: Good & Evil