Closed Casket
Closed Casket
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Horror & Suspense•
Mystery & Crime FictionIreland • 1920s
2016
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Closed Casket by Sophie Hannah is a mystery novel featuring renowned detective Hercule Poirot. Set in Ireland during the 1920s, the story follows Poirot and his friend, Inspector Edward Catchpool, as they investigate a cryptic will made by Lady Athelinda Playford, a children’s author, which unexpectedly spurs a murder. The narrative explores themes of inheritance and deceit.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Dark
Challenging
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Closed Casket by Sophie Hannah offers a commendable extension to Agatha Christie's Poirot series. The narrative showcases an intricate plot with clever twists that honor the original works. However, some readers feel the pacing lags and the characterization lacks depth compared to Christie's own. Still, the novel's intricate mystery and nostalgic charm delight many fans of the genre.
Who Should Read Closed Casket?
A reader who enjoys Closed Casket by Sophie Hannah likely appreciates classic whodunits with a modern twist, reminiscent of Agatha Christie's mysteries. Fans of The Monogram Murders by Sophie Hannah or Christie's Hercule Poirot series would relish its intricate plotting and engaging detective work.
23,994 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
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Horror & Suspense•
Mystery & Crime FictionIreland • 1920s
2016
Adult
18+ years
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