The Mysterious Affair at Styles by Agatha Christie

The Mysterious Affair at Styles

Hercule Poirot #1

Agatha Christie

224 pages first pub 1920 (editions)

fiction classics crime mystery mysterious medium-paced

Description

In this mesmerizing classic of detective fiction by world-renowned mystery author Agatha Christie, the brilliant Belgian detective Hercule Poirot makes his unforgettable-and legendary-debut. Who poisoned the wealthy Emily Inglethorpe, and how did ...

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Moods

mysterious 97%
adventurous 32%
tense 18%
lighthearted 16%
funny 15%
challenging 9%
relaxing 7%
dark 6%
reflective 6%
informative 4%
emotional 2%

Pace

medium 57%
fast 31%
slow 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 72% | A mix: 21% | Character: 5%

Strong character development?

No: 68% | Yes: 15% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 21% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | Yes: 11% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 52% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.79

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