Mrs Mcgintys Dead

Approached by retired police Superintendent Spence--who's convinced the wrong man has been convicted of the crime--Hercule Poirot begins an investigation into the brutal murder of an old woman.

In Mrs. McGinty’s Dead, one of Agatha Christie’s most ingenious mysteries, the intrepid Hercule Poirot must look into the case of a brutally murdered landlady. Mrs. McGinty died from a brutal blow to the back of her head. Suspicion falls immediately on her shifty lodger, James Bentley, whose clothes reveal traces of the victim’s blood and hair. Yet something is amiss: Bentley just doesn’t seem like a murderer. Could the answer lie in an article clipped from a newspaper two days before the death? With a desperate killer still free, Hercule Poirot will have to stay alive long enough to find out. . . .

"Poirot investigates the murder of an old woman after her lodger is convicted of killing her and condemned to death because the investigating officer believes the man is innocent"--

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Using his gray cells, Poirot will need very little time to discover the mystery behind the Lemesurier curse according to which all the firstborn die before inheriting the family fortune. The mother of the next heir asks Poirot to protect Ronald who has been having accidents that could have been fatal. The Belgian detective and his faithful companion Hasting will discover that the ancient curse could not be true.

"The Case of the Missing Will" is a captivating short story written by the legendary Agatha Christie, featuring the brilliant Belgian detective Hercule Poirot. In this intriguing narrative, Poirot is summoned to investigate a case involving the disappearance of a crucial legal document, a last will and testament that holds the key to an inheritance. As Poirot delves into the intricate details of familial relationships, legal intricacies, and potential motives, readers are treated to a masterful display of Christie's storytelling prowess. The narrative unfolds with the perfect blend of suspense, clever deduction, and unexpected revelations, characteristic of the Queen of Crime's unparalleled style. "The Case of the Missing Will" offers a brief yet enthralling glimpse into Agatha Christie's ability to create compelling mysteries. With Poirot at the helm, the story promises a satisfying resolution that will leave readers both delighted and intrigued, showcasing why Christie's works remain timeless classics in the realm of detective fiction.

Dead man's folly: Eccentric mystery lover Ariadne Oliver's weekend game of mock murder is a big hit. But if it's just a game, then why all the blood? Luckily, one of the players is Belgian sleuth, Hercule Poirot.