The Mystery of the Blue Train

by Agatha Christie

Hercule Poirot · Book 6
3.00 · 1 rating

Description

A priceless jewel, the "Heart of Demetrios," is stolen aboard the luxurious Blue Train traveling from Calais to the French Riviera. The jewel's owner, the wealthy and enigmatic Ruth Kettering, is found murdered in her locked compartment, leaving Hercule Poirot with a complex web of suspects and motives. As Poirot delves into the victim's troubled past and the secrets of the other passengers, he uncovers a trail of greed, betrayal, and hidden identities. This classic whodunit masterfully weaves together suspense and intrigue, challenging even the most astute reader to unravel the truth before the train reaches its final destination.

Available Editions

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hardcover

Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers

Published Mar 30, 2007

320 pages

ISBN: 9781579126957

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Community Reviews(2)

@gxuosiJul 3, 2026

dnf at 19%. absolutely not. this is not worth my time. it wasn't worth christie's time either.

AnonymousJun 25, 2026

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Details

First Published

1928

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for The Mystery of the Blue Train by Agatha Christie.

Death/Grief