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Assassinio sull'Orient Express by Agatha Christie

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leosaki's review against another edition

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emotional mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

Hercule Poirot, stop thirsting over your murder suspects challenge (impossible)
Also congrats to Agatha Christie for having a more diverse cast and progressive storytelling IN THE 30S than almost anything until like 5 years ago

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seapotatohowisitalrtaken's review against another edition

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emotional funny mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5


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sarahsbestreads's review against another edition

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mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

I loved this book. The ending was predictable towards the end, but I had no idea when starting. Very shocking and overall an amazing murder mystery.

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florence143's review against another edition

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dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

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Ce qui distingue vraiment Meurtre dans l'Orient Express, c'est l'attention méticuleuse que Christie porte aux détails. Sa capacité à créer une atmosphère riche et immersive est inégalée. De l'environnement opulent du train aux personnalités distinctes et au passé des personnages, chaque élément est soigneusement élaboré, peignant une image vivante dans l'esprit du lecteur. L'une des plus grandes forces de l'écriture de Christie est sa capacité à faire du lecteur un participant actif de l'enquête. Alors que Poirot réunit les suspects dans un dénouement dramatique, le lecteur se voit présenter toutes les pièces du puzzle, ce qui l'invite à exercer ses propres capacités de déduction et à tenter de résoudre le mystère aux côtés du grand détective. Meurtre dans l'Orient Express est un classique qui a résisté à l'épreuve du temps pour une bonne raison. Son attrait réside non seulement dans son intrigue captivante, mais aussi dans la profondeur et la complexité de ses personnages. La façon dont Christie dépeint la nature humaine et son exploration des dilemmes moraux qui se posent face au crime et à la justice ajoutent des couches de profondeur à ce récit déjà captivant.

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What truly sets Murder on the Orient Express apart is Christie's meticulous attention to detail. Her ability to create a rich and immersive atmosphere is unparallelled. From the opulent surroundings of the train to the characters' distinct personalities and backgrounds, every element is carefully crafted, painting a vivid picture in the reader's mind. One of the greatest strengths of Christie's writing is her ability to make the reader an active participant in the investigation. As Poirot gathers the suspects in a dramatic climax, the reader is presented with all the pieces of the puzzle, inviting them to exercise their own deductive skills and attempt to solve the mystery alongside the great detective. Murder on the Orient Express is a classic that has stood the test of time for a reason. Its appeal lies not only in its gripping plot but also in the depth and complexity of its characters. Christie's portrayal of human nature and her exploration of the moral dilemmas that arise in the face of crime and justice add layers of depth to this already enthralling tale.
.⋆。⋆☂˚。⋆。˚☽˚。⋆.

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risemini's review against another edition

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dark emotional mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0


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hanna's review against another edition

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adventurous mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Holds up to the test of time! A quick and engaging read and I loved all the twists and reveals 👀

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traa's review against another edition

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mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5


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marialilypotter's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging funny informative mysterious reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5


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melsage1823's review against another edition

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adventurous dark emotional inspiring mysterious reflective sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

I found this a very enjoyable read despite some of the outdated language that made me very uncomfortable.
I am a huge fan of the Kenneth Branagh adaptations of Agathas work so I of course had to check out her work for myself after getting back into reading. 
Very big fan of the way Christie humanizes all the characters and doesn't make Poirot this cold heartless detective. Also loved the extra depth both M. Bouc and Doctor Constantine added to the story further more showing that Poriot can have a good time with friends even when he's working. 
Without spoiling anything Christie also humanizes all of the suspects and although she doesn't justify it she helps us understand why the murder was committed and leaves us thinking about true justice in the name of the law in the process. 
The build up to solving different aspects of the case worked perfectly and it didn't make me feel bored at all.
My first Agatha Christie book for sure didn't disappoint I can see why people love to engage with and read her stories.

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carolinacortez's review against another edition

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adventurous lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

La primera novela que leo de Agatha Christie y woooow, se que ella escribió varios detectives pero elegí empezar con Hércules poirot y wooow x2, su sentido del humor es increible, de verdad me saco unas dos carcajadas, y eso es algo que no me pasa seguido.

Yo sospecho de todo el mundo hasta el último minuto

Literal en la mayor parte del libro yo no tenía la menor idea de como iba a acabar, si ospechaba de adonde la autora nos iba a llevar, PERO LA MANERA EN LA QUE LO EXPLICÓ Y CONECTO TODOOO WOOW x10000

Lo malo de todo esto es que Agatha escribió un montón de casos y ahora quiero leer y tener todos, jajaja¨t

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