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The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding

Agatha Christie
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The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1960

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Agatha Christie

The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1960
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Topic
Special Occasions
Publication Year

1960

Audience

Adult

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Super Short Summary

In "The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding," detective Hercule Poirot is invited to a country house for Christmas. There, Poirot encounters a traditional holiday gathering but is secretly investigating the theft of a valuable jewel. As festive events unfold, Poirot observes the guests and gathers clues to recover the missing item.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

35,152 ratings

68%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding by Agatha Christie is praised for its engaging plot and the return of beloved detective Hercule Poirot. The festive setting adds charm, though some find the story less complex compared to Christie's other works. Overall, it's a delightful holiday read with classic Christie nuances.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding?

A reader who enjoys The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding would likely appreciate classic detective tales with a festive twist. Fans of Agatha Christie, Arthur Conan Doyle's The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, or Dorothy L. Sayers' Lord Peter Wimsey series would be intrigued by the clever plotting and charming setting.

4.1

35,152 ratings

68%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Topic
Special Occasions
Publication Year

1960

Audience

Adult

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