Murder on the Orient Express Classic Edition

by Agatha Christie

Poirot gently uncrossed his knees, withdrew his gaze from the ceiling, and looked the young man full in the face. “My name is Hercule Poirot,” he said quietly, “and I am probably the greatest detective in the world.

Christie, Agatha. The Mystery of the Blue Train: Hercule Poirot Investigates (Hercule Poirot series Book 6) (p. 149). William Morrow Paperbacks. Kindle Edition.

On the way back from Syria, having closed a case, Poirot plans for some rest and relaxation until a telegram from London requests his urgent presence. He immediately changes his plans booking passage on the Simplon-Orient train. But the first night aboard, one of the passengers is murdered and Poirot is tasked with finding the culprit.

I love Hercule Poirot but I honestly don't know how I feel about this book. I know it's a classic and in some ways I appreciate it but in other ways it just annoyed me. The first 70% was alright. The mystery unfolded and kept me guessing and then I felt like it just went to pieces. All of a sudden they were all connected to the case and everyone had a motive and it made sense - but I didn't like it. It was just too fantastical for my tastes. I mean, don't get me wrong, I love a good twist but this was just over the top ridiculous. So it was okay but it's definitely not my favourite Hercule Poirot novel. 3 stars.