lilacs_book_bower's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Perhaps I am selling the book short with a 4.25 star rating, because it really is fantastic, and I remember how shocked I was the first time I read it. But reading it now, there are several times where the characters sort of mockingly say the answer, like, well, it couldn't be X... I feel sure more astute readers probably can guess the answer. It was probably a pretty surprising revelation when the book was new however. The book always makes me very sad for little Daisy Armstrong and her family (especially knowing it is based on a real life kidnapping). In any case, this is still one of Christie's best books.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Kidnapping, and Miscarriage
qu1ncy's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death and Murder
Minor: Child death, Death of parent, and Kidnapping
silver_valkyrie_reads's review against another edition
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Book nineteen of my personal read through of Agatha Christie in (American) publication order.
I wasn't sure how this would hold up when I've watched the movie recently enough to know the main twist from the very beginning, but this story was in fact, still fantastic. (Maybe the audio book and having a great narrator actually helped with this?) The characters are all interesting regardless of the outcome of the story, and there were one or two small details about the resolution I'd forgotten, so I still enjoyed those reveals.
Some of the more lauded Agatha Christie novels I think are not among her best works, but in this case, the book deserves every bit of fame it has.
I wasn't sure how this would hold up when I've watched the movie recently enough to know the main twist from the very beginning, but this story was in fact, still fantastic. (Maybe the audio book and having a great narrator actually helped with this?) The characters are all interesting regardless of the outcome of the story, and there were one or two small details about the resolution I'd forgotten, so I still enjoyed those reveals.
Some of the more lauded Agatha Christie novels I think are not among her best works, but in this case, the book deserves every bit of fame it has.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder, Child death, and Kidnapping
Minor: Miscarriage and Suicide
the_chocolate_bookshelf's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-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? It's complicated
4.25
Overall this book was so good. The plot was engaging and the characters were interesting people. The mystery was intriguing and unique and I loved that.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Murder, Kidnapping, and Death of parent
camilla_perotti's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Death, Kidnapping, and Child death
Minor: Classism and Racism
arshiya_amreen90786's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Child death, Grief, Kidnapping, Murder, and Death
sarahsbestreads's review against another edition
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.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Medical content, Emotional abuse, Child death, Murder, Kidnapping, Suicide, Suicide attempt, Violence, Child abuse, Death, Grief, Gaslighting, and Injury/Injury detail
summerellsworth98's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism, Blood, Child death, Death, Alcohol, Body horror, Grief, Kidnapping, and Murder
Minor: Confinement
florence143's review against another edition
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.
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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Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder and Kidnapping
Minor: Violence
risemini's review against another edition
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Child death, Death, Murder, Suicide, Blood, Misogyny, Xenophobia, Grief, and Kidnapping