The Murder of Roger Ackroyd (Hercule Poirot, Bk 4)
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Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense
Book Type: Paperback
Author:
Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense
Book Type: Paperback
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The tale begins with Dr. Sheppard unveiling details regarding the death of Mrs. Ferrar. It is the belief of his sister, Caroline, that she had murdered her husband who had died earlier. She committed suicide. It is true but why? Caroline constantly sifts through community events and gossip to arrive at her various conclusions. The reader discovers that she was blackmailed. Mrs. Ferrars was close to Roger Ackroyd, believed to be her confidante and lover. When he is found stabbed with a collectable dagger that he cherished the plot thickens. Who murdered him and why?
As the story commences it is believed that Ackroyd had learned the identity of the blackmailer. Many twists and turns enlighten the reader about the various individuals involved in the case, each of whom has something to hide from the police. The niece, Flora Ackroyd, persuades Poirot to investigate the murder and discover the truth. The suspects are many: Flora herself; Major Blunt, a close friend; Mrs. Ackroyd, who is not close to her husband; Mr. Raymond, his secretary; Parker, the butler whose past involves blackmail; Ursula Bourne, an educated woman serving as parlor maid dismissed for unknown reasons; Mrs. Russell, the housekeeper whose strange actions are puzzling; and Ralph Patton, nephew, the chief heir whose continuing absence places him at the the front of the group.
As the reader learns the secrets of the individuals involved the case becomes even more complex. It's a fascinating mystery with Dr. Sheppard narrating the entire book. Of course, Poirot unravels it all. However, this reader did not expect the identity of the murderer who also commits suicide to protect the reputation of someone else. Very well done! I so enjoy these Agatha Christie mysteries.
As the story commences it is believed that Ackroyd had learned the identity of the blackmailer. Many twists and turns enlighten the reader about the various individuals involved in the case, each of whom has something to hide from the police. The niece, Flora Ackroyd, persuades Poirot to investigate the murder and discover the truth. The suspects are many: Flora herself; Major Blunt, a close friend; Mrs. Ackroyd, who is not close to her husband; Mr. Raymond, his secretary; Parker, the butler whose past involves blackmail; Ursula Bourne, an educated woman serving as parlor maid dismissed for unknown reasons; Mrs. Russell, the housekeeper whose strange actions are puzzling; and Ralph Patton, nephew, the chief heir whose continuing absence places him at the the front of the group.
As the reader learns the secrets of the individuals involved the case becomes even more complex. It's a fascinating mystery with Dr. Sheppard narrating the entire book. Of course, Poirot unravels it all. However, this reader did not expect the identity of the murderer who also commits suicide to protect the reputation of someone else. Very well done! I so enjoy these Agatha Christie mysteries.
