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Death in the Clouds (Hercule Poirot, #12)

Agatha Christie, Hugh Fraser
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Death in the Clouds (Hercule Poirot, #12)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001

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Agatha Christie, Hugh Fraser

Death in the Clouds (Hercule Poirot, #12)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Airplane • 1930s

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Death in the Clouds by Agatha Christie and Hugh Fraser revolves around Hercule Poirot, a Belgian detective aboard a flight where a passenger is found dead. Poirot investigates to uncover the killer among the plane's passengers, using his acute observation and deduction skills. The mystery unfolds in classic Christie fashion, blending suspense and intricate plotting.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

62,976 ratings

69%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Death in the Clouds by Agatha Christie, narrated by Hugh Fraser, receives praise for its intriguing plot, effective red herrings, and Fraser's compelling narration. However, some criticize certain unrealistic elements in the story and a slower pace compared to Christie's other works. Overall, it's a captivating mystery with nuanced characters and a satisfactory conclusion.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Death in the Clouds (Hercule Poirot, #12)?

A reader who enjoys Death in the Clouds by Agatha Christie and Hugh Fraser likely appreciates classic whodunits, intricate plots, and the charm of Hercule Poirot. Fans of The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle or Murder on the Orient Express will find this book equally engaging.

4.2

62,976 ratings

69%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Airplane • 1930s

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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