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Postern of Fate

Agatha Christie
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Postern of Fate

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001

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Agatha Christie

Postern of Fate

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

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

English Village • 1970s

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Agatha Christie's Postern of Fate, person-first detectives Tommy and Tuppence Beresford discover a mysterious message hidden in old books. As they unravel its meaning, they delve into past secrets and find themselves entangled in a decades-old murder case that poses new dangers. This final adventure highlights themes of memory and the passage of time.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Nostalgic

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

3.6

15,736 ratings

40%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

25%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Postern of Fate by Agatha Christie, her last novel, offers a nostalgic revisit with Tommy and Tuppence. While readers appreciate the familiar characters and sense of intrigue, the plot's complexity and pace disappoint some. The writing reflects Christie's declining health, impacting the narrative cohesion and character development. Overall, it captivates devoted fans but may not appeal to newcomers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Postern of Fate?

A reader who enjoys Postern of Fate by Agatha Christie likely appreciates classic mysteries with a focus on unraveling secrets from the past. Fans of Christie's earlier works like Partners in Crime or Dorothy L. Sayers' Gaudy Night would enjoy the intricate plotting and detective duo in this tale.

3.6

15,736 ratings

40%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

25%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

English Village • 1970s

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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