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Dumb Witness (Hercule Poirot, #17)

Agatha Christie
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Dumb Witness (Hercule Poirot, #17)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002

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Agatha Christie

Dumb Witness (Hercule Poirot, #17)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Details
Pages

317

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1930s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Dumb Witness by Agatha Christie is a detective novel featuring Hercule Poirot. The story revolves around an elderly woman who suspects family members of foul play. Poirot navigates twists and turns to uncover the truth. The book emphasizes themes of trust and betrayal and showcases Poirot's meticulous investigative skills.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

46,542 ratings

72%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Agatha Christie's Dumb Witness captivates with its intricate plotting and engaging characters, typical of her brilliance. Readers praise the clever twists and Hercule Poirot's astute detective work. However, some note a slower pace and predictability in certain areas. Overall, it remains an entertaining classic for mystery enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dumb Witness (Hercule Poirot, #17)?

Readers who enjoy classic whodunits with intricate plots and sharp detective work will relish Dumb Witness by Agatha Christie. Ideal for fans of Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes series and Dorothy L. Sayers' Lord Peter Wimsey mysteries, they will appreciate Christie's clever puzzles and the charming Hercule Poirot.

4.2

46,542 ratings

72%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

317

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1930s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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