A review by lilybuddy
The Monogram Murders by Sophie Hannah

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

3.5

I'm not sure what to think. I know it's not Christie's writing herself, and I can't explain why, but it's noticeable. Up until the big reveal I was engaged and during the reveal I was completely lost. Usually, the reveals click into place for me, but now it didn't. It was a bit farfetched (ikr) and seemed even impossible.

Other than that, I also disliked Poirot more than I usually do. Though he seemed willing to learn, at the end, he was rude and snobbish, even derogatory towards Catchpool, more than he usually is towards his sidekicks. All because he was "teaching". But maybe I'm misremembering.

The story in itself was highly entertaining and impressively put together, so it's definitely not all bad! A worthy attempt to honour Agatha Christie's legacy!

Also Catchpool is gay and no one can convince me otherwise.
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