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After the Funeral (Hercule Poirot, #33)

Agatha Christie
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After the Funeral (Hercule Poirot, #33)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000

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Agatha Christie

After the Funeral (Hercule Poirot, #33)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

306

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1950s

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

Lexile Level

690L

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Super Short Summary

After the Funeral by Agatha Christie is a mystery novel featuring Belgian detective Hercule Poirot. Following the death of Richard Abernethie, his family gathers for the reading of his will. Suspicion arises when his sister comments on his death, prompting Poirot to investigate the Abernethie clan's secrets and uncover the truth.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

48,065 ratings

71%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Agatha Christie's After the Funeral is praised for its classic whodunit style and clever plot twists. Critics appreciate the intricate character portrayals and unexpected conclusion. However, some find the pacing uneven and the denouement slightly convoluted. Overall, it remains a compelling read for Christie enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read After the Funeral (Hercule Poirot, #33)?

Fans of classic whodunits and intricate plots will relish Agatha Christie's After the Funeral. Readers who enjoyed Murder on the Orient Express or Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Hound of the Baskervilles will appreciate Christie's masterful storytelling, vibrant characters, and clever twists. Ideal for lovers of vintage detective fiction.

4.2

48,065 ratings

71%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

306

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1950s

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

Lexile Level

690L

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